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Proclamation of King Charles III to be read in Wick town centre on Sunday





Message on behalf of the citizens of the Royal Burgh of Wick attached to a wreath at the garden of remembrance at the riverside.
Message on behalf of the citizens of the Royal Burgh of Wick attached to a wreath at the garden of remembrance at the riverside.

The proclamation of King Charles III will be read in Wick town centre on Sunday, to be followed on Tuesday evening by a service of prayer and reflection following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

The reading of the Proclamation of Accession will take place at Wick's Market Cross at 1.30pm on Sunday. The reading will be given by Struan Mackie, the provost of Thurso and senior civic leader in Caithness. Lord Thurso will be in attendance as His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant for the county.

The service of prayer and reflection is being organised by Caithness Presbytery on Tuesday at 6.30pm in Wick St Fergus Church. There will be no tickets and all are welcome to attend.

It is intended to be an ecumenical service with representatives from all denominations participating. More details are expected to be available on Monday.

Charles III was officially proclaimed as King today at the Accession Council at St James’s Palace in London.

Social media image being circulated for the proclamation.
Social media image being circulated for the proclamation.

In his declaration, the King said: "To all of us as a family, as to this kingdom and the wider family of nations of which it is a part, my mother gave an example of lifelong love and of selfless service.

"My mother’s reign was unequalled in its duration, its dedication and its devotion. Even as we grieve, we give thanks for this most faithful life.

"I am deeply aware of this great inheritance and of the duties and heavy responsibilities of Sovereignty which have now passed to me. In taking up these responsibilities, I shall strive to follow the inspiring example I have been set in upholding constitutional government and to seek the peace, harmony and prosperity of the peoples of these islands and of the Commonwealth realms and territories throughout the world.

"In this purpose, I know that I shall be upheld by the affection and loyalty of the peoples whose Sovereign I have been called upon to be, and that in the discharge of these duties I will be guided by the counsel of their elected parliaments. In all this, I am profoundly encouraged by the constant support of my beloved wife.

"I take this opportunity to confirm my willingness and intention to continue the tradition of surrendering the hereditary revenues, including the Crown Estate, to my government for the benefit of all, in return for the Sovereign Grant, which supports my official duties as head of state and head of nation.

"And in carrying out the heavy task that has been laid upon me, and to which I now dedicate what remains to me of my life, I pray for the guidance and help of Almighty God."

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Gardens of remembrance have been opened in Thurso and Wick and books of condolence are available in both towns.

Message to the public at the Wick garden of remembrance.
Message to the public at the Wick garden of remembrance.

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