The King has cancelled engagements tomorrow after “experiencing temporary side effects” from his cancer treatment.
Buckingham Palace said that after “scheduled and ongoing medical treatment for cancer” on Thursday morning, the King “experienced temporary side effects that required a short period of observation in hospital”.
“His Majesty’s afternoon engagements were therefore postponed,” the statement added.
King Charles latest: Monarch cancels engagements after hospital visit
It said the 76-year-old was now back at Clarence House but “as a precautionary measure, acting on medical advice, tomorrow’s diary programme will also be rescheduled”.
“His Majesty would like to send his apologies to all those who may be inconvenienced or disappointed as a result,” the palace said.
A source described it as a “most minor bump in a road that is very much heading in the right direction”.
The King revealed in February 2024 that he had been diagnosed with cancer and was beginning a course of treatment.
The form of cancer has not been made public.
In December, sources suggested his treatment would continue into the New Year but said “his treatment has been moving in a positive direction”.
He returned to public duties in April last year despite having weekly treatment.
The King was due to visit Birmingham on Friday. The palace said he was “greatly disappointed” to have to miss it, but it’s hoped the trip can be rescheduled.
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