On Saturday morning, Charles III was formally proclaimed as King at a ceremony at St James's Palace.
Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II on September 8 at the age of 96, the King's role was officially confirmed today at the Accession Council ceremony.
Although Charles immediately became King following his mother's death, his position was formally confirmed at the ceremony a few days after.
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The coronation of King Charles III will likely not take place for many months, however. While Elizabeth II became Queen in February 1952, her coronation was not held until 16 months later on June 2, 1953.
The date of the King's coronation will likely not be confirmed for some time, as The Royal Family and the UK enter a period of mourning for the Queen. The day of her state funeral will be declared a "Day of National Mourning".
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King Charles III's coronation, which has the codename Operation Golden Orb, has been planned for many years, and is expected to be more low-key than his mother's. The ceremony will likely be held at Westminster Abbey.
Will King Charles III's coronation be a bank holiday?
The coronation of King Charles III has been declared a bank holiday by the UK Government. More details will be released at a later date.
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