King Charles III is today being proclaimed as head of state at ceremonies across Britain and the Commonwealth - from the devolved UK parliaments to the capitals of Australia and New Zealand.
The new King hosted a reception with Realm High Commissioners and their spouses in the Bow Room at Buckingham Palace, pictured smiling as he greeted officials from across the world.
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The Queen s cousins Prince Michael of Kent and the Duke of Kent and his wife were spotted at St James Palace, where the new Monarch was proclaimed by the Accession Council today.