Buckingham Palace has announced that His Majesty The King has returned to London to commence a period of official duties, marking a significant step forward amidst his ongoing cancer treatment. The monarch arrived at Clarence House on Tuesday morning following a brief stay at the royal Sandringham Estate in Norfolk.
The Palace confirmed in an official statement that while the King will continue with his outpatient treatment, he will now resume his constitutional responsibilities. This includes his weekly private audience with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, which had been conducted remotely during the initial phase of his treatment.
A royal source indicated that the King's return to London signals a positive development in his health journey, though he will continue to follow medical advice and adjust his schedule as necessary. The monarch remains "hugely grateful" to his medical team for their continued care and expertise.
The news comes amid a brief visit from the Duke of Sussex, who flew from California to see his father following the cancer diagnosis announcement. Prince Harry's visit, described by sources as a private family matter, lasted approximately 24 hours before his return to the United States.
Public reaction has been overwhelmingly supportive, with well-wishers continuing to send messages of encouragement to the monarch. The King's decision to be open about his diagnosis has been widely praised for helping to raise awareness about cancer treatment and recovery.
While the Palace has not specified the exact nature of the cancer, they have confirmed it is not prostate cancer, though it was discovered during the King's recent treatment for an enlarged prostate.
