Royal news live: Prince William stars in first ever TikTok apology as King Charles opens foodbank
The Prince of Wales gives royal pardon to student for being late to her lecture
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Interrupting the usual schedule, the Prince of Wales joined in the lighthearted atmosphere, recording a clip with student Samantha Johnson.
In the video, she asked William to explain to her tutor why she would be late for her lecture. “Just tell her why we’re late! Just say sorry,” she joked.
The visit, aimed at engaging with young creatives, showcased William’s approachable side, as he interacted with students and embraced the impromptu moment on the popular platform. William took the TikTok request in his stride, responding with a grin: “To Lesley? Are you recording?”
Addressing the camera, he added, “Lesley, I’m very sorry we’re late, but they seem to be caught up, and they wouldn’t believe that you were here, so just say hi.”
The lighthearted moment came as King Charles marked his 76th birthday with a visit to a food distribution hub in south London. The Queen was notably absent, continuing to recover from a chest infection.
Despite her absence, the monarch’s visit highlighted his commitment to addressing the cost-of-living crisis through initiatives such as the Coronation Food Project and the Felix Project.
King Charles death plan codename upgraded to ‘Operation London Bridge’, claims biography
The codename for the plan triggered in the event of King Charles’s death has officially been upgraded to ‘Operation London Bridge’, the same as his mothers, according to a new book.
While the plan for the immediate days following his death including how the public will be informed, the lying-in-state and the funeral service will long have been established under standard royal protocol, it is the codename that has now been upgraded.
In New King, New Court Charles III: The Inside Story, Robert Hardman gives new details of the plan. “The King’s own valedictory arrangements have now, officially, been upgraded to Operation London Bridge, mirroring those of Elizabeth II,” Mr Hardman said.
These arrangements, which began shortly after his coronation, were described by former Royal Protection Officer Simon Morgan as “inevitable” particularly given the monarch’s age, 75.
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