Princess Anne continues her royal duties.
A day after King Charles, 75, revealed his cancer diagnosis, his sister presented honors to ordinary people and prominent public figures during an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle on Tuesday.
Princess Anne, 73, was already set to perform the ceremony (she, along with Charles’ son Prince William, undertakes many each year) as King Charles was sidelined due to recent surgery for an enlarged prostate. But it was a poignant reminder of how members of the royal family will fill roles for the monarch.
“The Cabinet publishes a list of honors twice a year, recognizing outstanding achievements, personal bravery and services to the United Kingdom and the British Overseas Territories: at New Year’s and in June to mark the Monarch’s official birthday. The presentation of the insignia award — or medal — however, takes place are at Investitures throughout the year,” the royal family’s website describes investiture ceremonies. Opera tenor Nicholas Spence, rugby referee Sara Cox and wheelchair rugby player James Simpson were among those who received their awards from the Princess on Tuesday.
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Princess Anne and King Charles in September 2023.
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Later on Tuesday, Princess Anne arrived to visit a community center in Nottinghamshire. Anne, who often holds the title of hardest-working royal due to the number of engagements she starts each year, went to find out how a new project is helping local residents improve their mental health.
While King Charles was undergoing a procedure to treat an enlarged prostate last month, Buckingham Palace said he had been diagnosed with cancer. A statement released Monday said: “During King’s recent hospital procedure for a benign prostate enlargement, a separate issue of concern was noted. Subsequent diagnostic tests identified a form of cancer.”
The statement continued: “His Majesty began a schedule of regular treatments today, during which time his doctors have advised him to postpone public duties. During this period, His Majesty will continue to carry out government business and official paperwork as usual.”
The statement added that the king – who was last seen in public on Sunday when he attended church with his wife, Queen Camilla – was “absolutely positive” about his treatment. “His Majesty has decided to share his diagnosis to prevent speculation and in the hope of helping to increase public understanding for those around the world who are affected by cancer.”
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King Charles waves to well-wishers at a church in Sandringham, Norfolk, on February 4, 2024.
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Earlier on Tuesday, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak told the BBC that the cancer was caught early.
“Obviously, like everyone else, shocked and saddened, and all our thoughts are with him and his family. Fortunately, this was caught early,” said Sunak BBC Radio 5 Live. Sunak added that he hoped the king “will receive the treatment he needs and will make a full recovery.”
“That’s what we’re all hoping and praying for, and of course I’m in regular contact with him and I’ll continue to communicate with him normally,” he continued.
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