Prince Charles, Prince William and Prince Harry have all travelled to Balmoral in Aberdeenshire following a statement released by Buckingham Palace that confirmed that the Queen is currently under medical supervision following concerns over the health of Her Majesty.
The news was released in a statement by Buckingham Palace at lunchtime, with new Prime Minister Liz Truss briefed in Parliament.
The Prime Minister Liz Truss then shared an update across her social media feeds that said:
“The whole country will be deeply concerned by the news from Buckingham Palace this lunchtime.
“My thoughts – and the thoughts of people across our United Kingdom – are with Her Majesty The Queen and her family at this time.”
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer also shared his concerns after hearing the news. He said:
“Along with the rest of the country, I am deeply worried by the news from Buckingham Palace this afternoon.
“My thoughts are with Her Majesty The Queen and her family at this time, and I join everyone across the United Kingdom in hoping for her recovery.”
Crowds have gathered near Buckingham Palace and also in areas surrounding Balmoral, as people continue to keep up to date with the latest news.
