The Latest Breaking News from Justin Welby

Camilla crowned Queen on historic day

The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby placed Queen Mary’s Crown on the Queen’s head during the ceremony.

The Independent UK · May 6, 2023

BBC coronation viewers baffled by 'struggle' as King Charles officially crowned

Fans were worried as Justin Welby appeared to have a problem putting the crown on the King's head

Liverpool Echo · May 6, 2023

King Charles III officially crowned as the new monarch in lavish Coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey

The King was “anointed, blessed and consecrated” by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby.

Daily Record · May 6, 2023

King Charles crowned at Westminster Abbey after police arrest pro-republic protesters

King Charles III has been crowned at London's Westminster Abbey in Britain's biggest ceremonial event for seven decades, after police earlier arrested several republican protesters.

ABC News · May 6, 2023

Stone of Destiny 'nicked' from Scotland, admits Archbishop of Canterbury as he promises return after Coronation

Speaking to Huw Edwards at Westminster Abbey for the BBC, Justin Welby said the stone, where King Charles will be crowned, was "nicked" by Edward I.

Daily Record · May 6, 2023

Charles and Camilla cheered by crowds in The Mall during first coronation appearance

The military have promised to put on a “spectacular” ceremonial display.

The Independent UK · May 6, 2023

Controversial Coronation ‘Homage to People’ toned down

The countdown to the coronation of the King has begun but the controversial “Homage of the People” element of the service has been toned down.

Evening Standard · May 6, 2023

Homage of the People toned down in late change to King's Coronation service

Charles reportedly approved the change which came after a string of commentators criticised the new addition

Wales Online · May 6, 2023

Last minute change to King Charles Coronation announced

It comes after there criticism from royal commentators

Liverpool Echo · May 6, 2023

Major last-minute change to Coronation oath after backlash to King Charles pledge

The 'Homage of the People' element of the Coronation ceremony has been toned down and the change was reportedly accepted by the King, who would have found it 'abhorrent', a friend of the monarch said

Daily Mirror · May 6, 2023