UK’s King Charles thanks public on anniversary of Queen Elizabeth’s death
- Queen Elizabeth, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, died in Scotland on September 8 last year
- King Charles issued a statement on Friday thanking the public for their support in his first year as monarch
Britain’s King Charles on Friday thanked the public for their “love and support” on the first anniversary of the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth and his accession to the throne, echoing her words as he vowed to be of service to all.
Elizabeth, Britain’s longest-reigning sovereign, died aged 96 on September 8 at Balmoral Castle, her beloved Scottish summer retreat, leading to 10 days of national mourning and condolences and tributes from across the world for her record-breaking 70-year reign.
Charles, who immediately succeeded her as king of the United Kingdom and 14 other countries including Canada, Australia and New Zealand, and his wife Camilla will spend the day privately and quietly at the Scottish royal home.
They are not due to attend any ceremonial event, nor will there be any large private family gathering to mark his “Accession Day”.
“In marking the first anniversary of her late majesty’s death and my accession, we recall with great affection her long life, devoted service and all she meant to so many of us,” Charles said in a statement.