Charles formally confirmed as king in ceremony televised for first time

Charles III has been proclaimed as king at a ceremony at St James’s Palace.

Charles became king immediately following the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth II, but a historic meeting formally confirmed his role on Saturday.

During the Accession Council, the King approved the day of the Queen’s funeral becoming a bank holiday, although it is not known when it will take place.

It is the first time the historic ceremony has been televised.

The King himself was not present to begin with, but he attended the second part of the ceremony to hold his first meeting of the Privy Council, the group of senior politicians who advise the monarch.

Clerk of the Privy Council Richard Tilbrook proclaimed Charles “King, head of the Commonwealth, defender of the faith”, before declaring “God Save the King”.

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  1. It’s so harmonious to see tradition carried on with such dignity. The King approving the bank holiday immediately was a very smart and thoughtful gesture. The entire ceremony was so solemn. I have to rewatch it… oh, just let me finish this Geometry Dash level first!

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