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Buckingham Palace has announced that King Charles III has been diagnosed with a form of cancer, which was discovered during his recent treatment for an enlarged prostate. The palace clarified that it is not prostate cancer and that the type of cancer remains undisclosed. The King, aged 75, began “regular treatments” on Monday and has chosen to remain positive about his treatment, according to the official statement.
While the specific type and stage of cancer were not disclosed, the palace stated that King Charles will temporarily postpone his public engagements. Despite this, he will continue with his constitutional role as the head of state, handling paperwork and private meetings.
The King expressed his anticipation of returning to full public duty as soon as possible. Both of his sons, Prince William and Prince Harry, were informed about his diagnosis personally. Prince William has reportedly been in regular contact with his father, while Prince Harry, currently residing in the United States, is expected to travel to the UK in the coming days to be with his father.
The King, who returned to London from Sandringham on Monday, is receiving outpatient treatment. The palace assured that there is a constitutional mechanism in place for situations where the head of state is unable to carry out official duties. In such cases, “counsellors of state” can be appointed to stand in for the monarch. Presently, Queen Camilla, Prince William, Princess Anne, and Prince Edward are among those designated as counsellors of state.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer, and Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle have extended their well-wishes for the King’s full and speedy recovery. The palace had previously disclosed the King’s prostate treatment with the intention of raising awareness about the importance of prostate checks, a move that received positive response and increased awareness on the issue.
