King Charles III has addressed the nation in person for the first time as our new monarch, following the sad death of his mother. The Queen passed away peacefully at Balmoral in Aberdeenshire on Thursday, September 8, at the age of 96, ending the longest royal reign in British history.
His Majesty, who will be formally proclaimed as the new sovereign tomorrow, gave a moving speech just hours after arriving at Buckingham Palace on Friday. He said: “I speak to you today, with feelings of profound sorrow. Throughout her life, Her Majesty the Queen, my beloved mother, was an inspiration and example to me and to all our family.
"We owe her the most heartfelt debt any family can owe to their mother; for her love, affection, guidance, understanding and example. Queen Elizabeth's was a life well lived; a promise with destiny kept and she is mourned most deeply in her passing. That promise of lifelong service I renew to you all today.
