King Charles III is quietly continuing his cancer treatment while maintaining a demanding calendar of royal engagements, a senior palace official confirmed this week.
During a briefing held on June 30 to coincide with the release of the Royal Household’s annual financial report, Keeper of the Privy Purse James Chalmers praised the monarch’s “remarkable resilience” and dedication to public service.
Royal confirms King remains active despite health battle
Though Buckingham Palace has declined to share details about the exact form of cancer or treatment the King is receiving, the report offered a rare glimpse into how he has balanced his private health journey with his public responsibilities.
According to Chalmers, the 76-year-old resumed official duties in April 2024 after a short pause earlier in the year. Over the financial year ending in March, the King undertook 178 formal audiences—including meetings with diplomats, government officials, and international representatives.
Chalmers noted that the timing of the report “almost exactly matches His Majesty’s return to public-facing duties” and called the monarch’s efforts a symbol of both personal commitment and institutional stability.
Royal family faces one of its most challenging years
The past year has brought significant personal challenges for the royal family. In addition to the King’s illness, the Princess of Wales also revealed she was undergoing cancer treatment in 2024. Prince William described the period as “probably the hardest year of my life.”
Still, both King Charles and Princess Kate have resumed public appearances in recent months, receiving strong support from the public. Chalmers highlighted the public’s reaction as evidence of the monarchy’s ongoing connection with the country and beyond.
Digital engagement numbers also suggest rising global interest in royal affairs. The palace reported 4.2 million new visitors to royal websites and nearly 400 million views on royal video content over the past year. Social media impressions exceeded 1.3 billion.
Despite his ongoing treatment, King Charles has not altered his upcoming schedule. The Sovereign Grant remained at £86.3 million, while other updates included the retirement of the Royal Train and new authority for William and Kate to issue Royal Warrants.