Robert

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Robert I (Robert Windsor) is the King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and other Commonwealth Realms.

Robert
Head of the Commonwealth
Photograph of Robert
Official Portrait of King Robert, 2022
King of the United Kingdom
and other Commonwealth realms
Reign16 October 2022 – present
Coronation11 December 2022
PredecessorGeorge II
Heir apparentEdward, Prince of Wales
UsernameRobertWellesIey
HouseWindsor

Accession and Coronation

King Robert is proclaimed King at Windsor Castle

Robert acceded to the throne on the 16th of October 2022 following King George's departure from the United Kingdom. A day later, King Robert was formally proclaimed King at the meeting of the Accession Council at Windsor Castle on the 17th of October 2022.

The coronation of King Robert I marked a significant moment in the history of the kingdom. His coronation, held on the 11th of December 2022, was a grand event attended by dignitaries, nobles, and representatives from across the realm and the Commonwealth. The ceremony took place in Westminster Abbey and lasted around an hour and a half.

During the coronation, King Robert I received St. Edward's Crown, a powerful symbol of his authority and legitimacy as the Monarch. The crown, adorned with precious gemstones and elaborate designs, was carefully placed on his head by the Archbishop of Canterbury, signifying the divine approval of his reign as King.

King Robert is Crowned at Westminster Abbey

Early Reign

King Robert meets with the 81st Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

The King's first address to the British Public outlined his committment to duty, service and the Commonwealth of Nations. The King stated: "I am speaking to you today to pledge to you my service as your King ... It is my hope that we go forward in future with the best interests of the Kingdom and the Commonwealth in our minds."

Royal Cypher of King Robert