Buckingham Palace has announced that King Charles will temporarily postpone his public engagements as he undergoes treatment for cancer.
Prince William is anticipated to fulfill some of his father’s duties during this period.
Although specific details regarding the King’s prognosis have not been disclosed, the Palace has clarified that the illness is not prostate cancer, although it was detected during treatment for an enlarged prostate. The King commenced “regular treatments” for his condition on Monday.
Despite scaling back his public appearances, King Charles will continue fulfilling his constitutional responsibilities as head of state, including administrative tasks and private meetings. His weekly audiences with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak are expected to proceed in person unless advised otherwise by medical professionals.
The Palace has affirmed that King Charles maintains an optimistic outlook regarding his treatment and eagerly anticipates resuming his public duties. Both of his sons, Prince William and Prince Harry, have been informed about his diagnosis. Prince Harry, who resides in the United States, has spoken to his father and plans to travel to the UK to be with him in the near future.
King Charles has returned to London from Sandringham in Norfolk and has commenced outpatient treatment.