The eyes of the world were on King Charles III today as his rule was officially declared – with a vow to “seek peace, harmony and prosperity”.
At a historic and sombre meeting of the Accession Council at St James’s Palace in London, he pledged his life to service before signing a declaration “Charles R”, the mark of the sovereign.
Praising Queen Elizabeth, he declared: “My Mother gave an example of lifelong love and of selfless service.
