Farming community rallies to support King Charles after cancer diagnosis

The King - a champion of farmers and rural communities - said he remains positive about a return to public facing duties and hopes he can help others around the world facing cancer

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Buckingham Palace has confirmed King Charles will not commence public duties while undergoing treatment for cancer (Samir Hussein)
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Buckingham Palace has confirmed King Charles will not commence public duties while undergoing treatment for cancer (Samir Hussein)

Farmers have united in support of King Charles III after he was diagnosed with cancer after a recent spell in hospital for an enlarged prostate. Buckingham Palace confirmed the news on Monday (February...

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