King Charles was taken to hospital on Thursday for ‘a short period of observation’ after experiencing side effects from his cancer treatment. The King, 76, is believed to be on good form, with one insider describing the incident as the ‘ most minor bump in a road that is very much heading in the right direction’.

King Charles III has waved to well-wishers in central London as he headed for his country estate in western England.

King Charles was admitted to hospital after experiencing temporary side effects from his ongoing cancer treatment, Buckingham Palace has confirmed.