What is a regency, and how would it work if the King’s health worsens?
With the King being treated for cancer, the sovereign’s ill health has raised questions about whether there could be the need for a regency in the future.
If Charles was incapacitated, the Prince of Wales could be appointed Prince Regent through the Regency Act 1937, taking over the King’s duties.
However, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said the King’s cancer has been “caught early”, suggesting any prospect of a regency is unlikely at this stage.
If needed, it would be the first time in more than 200 years that the British monarchy has required a regency,
