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Texts of speeches given by The King, The Queen and other members of the Royal Family, as well as written articles are available in this section.
The King's speech at the AI Summit in Scotland
I must say, I am enormously grateful to you all for stepping away from your busy lives and making the journey to this rather remote, but uniquely special corner of Scotland...
A message from The King following devastating wildfires across the UK and Europe
My wife and I have been appalled by the devastating impact of wildfires this summer and the terrible destruction they have caused to homes, livelihoods and landscapes, not...
Remarks by His Majesty The King at the Bayeux Tapestry exhibition, British Museum
The King’s speech at the opening of the Bayeux Tapestry exhibition.
A message from The King following the demise of King Harald V of Norway
It is with the most profound sadness that my wife and I have learned of the death of my dear cousin, King Harald V of Norway. For thirty-five years, King Harald served his...
A message from The King to all those affected by the tragedy on the Nepal-China border.
My wife and I are heartbroken to hear of the devastating flooding that has struck the Nepal-China border. Many in the United Kingdom have strong, deep and personal ties to...
A message from The King following the devastating earthquake in Colombia.
To the people of Colombia, My wife and I were so dreadfully saddened to learn of the devastating earthquake that has struck your country, and the tragic loss of life and...
A message from The King ahead of the Closing Ceremony of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games
My wife and I would like to extend our warmest thanks to all those who played a part in making the XXIII Commonwealth Games such a wonderful success. It was a great pleasure...
A message from The King to open the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games
On Commonwealth Day last year, I placed this message into this Baton, starting a journey across the Commonwealth’s nations, territories and oceans. Over the past five hundred...
A message from The King to the President of Guyana, following the capsizing of the MV Barima
Dear Mr. President, My wife and I were most profoundly shocked and saddened to learn of the appallingly tragic loss of life following the capsizing of the M.V. Barima. I...
A speech by The King in Tynwald, Isle of Man
Gura mie eu, Eaghtyrane [Thank you, Mr President]. I am most grateful to you and to the High Court of Tynwald for the warm welcome that you have extended and for the...
