‘A precious source of strength’: King Charles vows to serve the Commonwealth

King Charles has promised to continue to serve the Commonwealth in a video message during the Commonwealth Service in Westminster Abbey. The Royal Family were led by Queen Camilla, who was there without the King as he continues his treatment for cancer. The Prince of Wales also arrived alone while Princess Kate recovers from abdominal surgery. The King said he’s being “cheered on” by people’s messages of goodwill since his diagnosis. “It warms my heart to reflect on the way the Commonwealth has been a constant throughout my own life – a precious source of strength, inspiration, and pride,” King Charles said in the video message. “In recent weeks, I have been most deeply touched by your wonderfully kind and thoughtful good wishes for my health and, in return, can only continue to serve you to the best of my ability.”