May 7th 2024.
Penny Mordaunt holds an important position as Lord President of the Privy Council, advising the monarch on matters of state. Recently, she had the pleasure of meeting with King Charles, who is feeling "very good" and "so pleased" to be returning to his public duties after his cancer diagnosis.
As part of her role, Penny had a conversation with Charles to mark the first anniversary of his coronation. The Privy Council, composed of senior advisers to the monarch, plays a crucial role in decision-making for the country. Last week, Charles made his first official appearance since his diagnosis by visiting a cancer unit in central London's Fitzrovia.
Ms. Mordaunt had nothing but kind words for the king, saying, "I think people won't be surprised to know that he's completely charming and always calm. And he's also got a really good sense of humour as well." She also mentioned how Charles is always inquiring about current issues in Parliament and checking in on specific groups facing challenges.
She added, "He cares a great deal and he's a delight to work with. He's very good, and I know that he would have been so pleased to get back to his public duties. He would have missed it tremendously." It's clear that Charles is eager to resume his responsibilities, and Ms. Mordaunt believes that everyone is delighted to see him back in action.
In 2022, Ms. Mordaunt caught the public's attention when she held the Sword of State at Charles' coronation. She impressed everyone with her teal dress and cape, featuring exquisite gold leaf embroidery. The weight of the 3.6kg sword did not faze her, as she held it for an impressive 51 minutes.
In addition to her role as Lord President of the Privy Council, Ms. Mordaunt also made headlines in 2022 for being a candidate in the race to replace Boris Johnson as Prime Minister. Though she ultimately lost to Liz Truss, she remains a respected figure in British politics.
Recalling the moment she held the sword, Ms. Mordaunt said, "I was determined and very excited, but also very nervous. The sword was very heavy." She further explained that her training in the reserve unit prepared her for this significant moment, and she was grateful for the opportunity to hold the sword at the coronation.
In recent news, Charles made a visit to University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre to raise awareness about early diagnosis. Despite the good news of his return to public duties, sources have confirmed that he is still receiving treatment for an undisclosed form of cancer. However, his determination and positive attitude have inspired many, and he continues to carry out his duties with grace and strength.
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