has died aged 77. and on bbc london we hear from the daughter of a londoner killed in a dog attack in essex who says her death could have been prevented. good evening. king charles has been diagnosed with cancer. buckingham palace made the announcement earlier this evening, saying that while the king was in hospital being treated for an enlarged prostate, tests revealed he also has cancer, though the palace is not saying what kind. the king won t be performing his usual duties in public for now, though he will carry out state business and paperwork as usual. the statement adds the king is wholly positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full duties as soon as possible. other members of the royal family are expected to fill the breach, in particular prince william and queen camilla. prince harry is due to fly to the uk to see his father in the coming days. our royal correspondent daniela relph is at buckingham palace. the king is staying overnight in lon