Duke of Sussex to visit UK in coming days for audience with King Charles
A source close to Prince Harry told the Press Association that the Duke of Sussex had spoken to the king about his cancer diagnosis and was planning to travel to the UK to meet him soon.
“The duke has spoken to his father about his diagnosis.” A source close to Prince Harry said: “He is planning to travel to the UK to meet Her Majesty in the coming days.”
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The diagnosis was made recently while the king underwent treatment at the London Clinic for a benign enlarged prostate.
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In a statement, Buckingham Palace said: “During the king’s recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement, a separate issue of concern was noted. Subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a form of cancer.
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“His majesty has today commenced a schedule of regular treatments, during which time he has been advised by doctors to postpone public-facing duties.
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“Throughout this period, his majesty will continue to undertake state business and official paperwork as usual.
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“The king is grateful to his medical team for their swift intervention, which was made possible thanks to his recent hospital procedure. He remains wholly positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible.
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“His majesty has chosen to share his diagnosis to prevent speculation and in the hope it may assist public understanding for all those around the world who are affected by cancer.”
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The Duke of Sussex has spoken with the King about his cancer diagnosis and will travel to the UK to see him soon, a source close to Harry told the Press Association.
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“The duke did speak with his father about his diagnosis. He will be traveling to UK to see His Majesty in the coming days,” the source close to Harry said.
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Welsh First Minister Mark Drakeford wished the King a “full and speedy recovery” after being diagnosed with cancer.
In a post on X, formerly Twitter, he said: “I was saddened to hear the news that King Charles III is facing further health issues.
“My thoughts and the thoughts of everyone across Wales will be with him and his family this evening.
“We wish him the best as he begins treatment for a full and speedy recovery.
“Gwelhad Buan”
We are sorry to hear of the news that King Charles III is facing further health issues.
My thoughts and the thoughts of everyone across Wales will be with him and his family tonight.
We wish him all the best as he begins treatment for a full and speedy recovery. Gwelhad Buan. https://t.co/01uj2CXxtJ
— Mark Drakeford (@PrifWeinidog) February 5, 2024
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We are sorry to hear of the news that King Charles III is facing further health issues.
My thoughts and the thoughts of everyone across Wales will be with him and his family tonight.
We wish him all the best as he begins treatment for a full and speedy recovery. Gwelhad Buan. https://t.co/01uj2CXxtJ
— Mark Drakeford (@PrifWeinidog) February 5, 2024
Labor leader Keir Starmer sent his congratulations to the King.
On behalf of the Labor Party, I wish His Majesty a speedy recovery.
We look forward to seeing him back to full health soon.
— Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) February 5, 2024
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On behalf of the Labor Party, I wish His Majesty a speedy recovery.
We look forward to seeing him back to full health soon.
— Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) February 5, 2024
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The king is believed to have personally informed his two sons, Prince William and Prince Harry, and his three siblings, the Princess Royal, the Duke of Edinburgh and the Duke of York, of his diagnosis.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak wished the king a “full and speedy recovery” and said he had no doubt he would “return to full strength very soon”.
We sincerely pray for His Majesty’s speedy recovery.
I have no doubt that he will be back to full strength soon and I know that the entire country is praying for his health. https://t.co/W4qe806gmv
— Rishi Sunak (@RishiSunak) February 5, 2024
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We sincerely pray for His Majesty’s speedy recovery.
I have no doubt that he will be back to full strength soon and I know that the entire country is praying for his health. https://t.co/W4qe806gmv
— Rishi Sunak (@RishiSunak) February 5, 2024
DUP leader Sir Geoffrey Donaldson congratulated the King.
“My best wishes to His Majesty the King as he begins treatment,” he wrote to X.
“I wish you a full and speedy recovery.”
Duke of Sussex to visit UK in coming days for audience with King Charles
A source close to Prince Harry told the Press Association that the Duke of Sussex had spoken to the king about his cancer diagnosis and was planning to travel to the UK to meet him soon.
“The duke has spoken to his father about his diagnosis.” A source close to Prince Harry said: “He is planning to travel to the UK to meet Her Majesty in the coming days.”
King Charles is ‘fully positive about treatment’ after cancer diagnosis
King Charles has been diagnosed with cancer, Buckingham Palace announced tonight.
The diagnosis was made recently while the king was undergoing treatment for an enlarged prostate at a London clinic.
Buckingham Palace said in a statement: “Another concerning issue was identified during the King’s recent hospital surgery for an enlarged prostate.” Subsequent diagnostic tests identified a type of cancer.
“His Majesty today began his regular treatment schedule, during which time doctors have advised him to postpone official duties.
“During this period, His Majesty will continue to carry out his state and official duties as normal.
“The King is grateful to the medical team for the rapid intervention made possible thanks to recent hospital procedures. He remains completely positive about his treatment and intends to return to full official duties as soon as possible. I’m looking forward to it.
“His Majesty has chosen to make his diagnosis public to avoid speculation and in the hope that it will help the public understand the lives of people around the world affected by cancer.”
