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The Prime Minister met Charles at Buckingham Palace following his return from Balmoral.

The death of Queen Elizabeth has stilled the business of state in Britain at a time when the government, Bank of England and companies are battling to contain inflation and mitigate a deep economic crisis.

Bishop of London Dame Sarah Mullally addressed a memorial service held at St Paul’s Cathedral.

'His Majesty King Charles III bears an awesome responsibility that he now carries for all of us'

King Charles III vowed in his first speech to the nation as monarch Friday to carry on Queen Elizabeth II's "lifelong service," as Britain entered a new age under a new sovereign. Around the world, the queen's exceptional reign was commemorated, celebrated and debated. Charles, who spent much of his…

Editorial: A new king and prime minister should allow parliament to consider the constitutional framework of the monarchy in a formal and measured manner

King Charles III addressed the nation this evening at 6pm after speaker of the House of Commons, Sir Lindsay Hoyle, suspended parliamentary debates to make room for the speech - read it in full here

Editorial: Instead of plans to bring on greener sources of power generation, the prime minister wants to drill for oil and frack for gas

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Some 2,000 members of the public are attending the service at St Paul’s Cathedral in London

Emergency legislation won’t be needed – as government also confirms people on fixed tariffs will benefit automatically