The King has delivered the third King's Speech of his reign at the State Opening of Parliament.Charles wore his Imperial State Crown and donned royal robes for the ancient event full of pomp and ceremony.It is the monarch's duty as head of state to formally open each new session of Parliament as part of tradition and customs dating back centuries.

The King has delivered the third King's Speech of his reign at the State Opening of Parliament.Charles wore his Imperial State Crown and donned royal robes for the ancient event full of pomp and ceremony.It is the monarch's duty as head of state to formally open each new session of Parliament as part of tradition and customs dating back centuries.