The King might be forced into putting his feet up while he recovers from surgery, but at least he has the consolation of knowing three of his nearest and dearest are keeping calm and carrying on on his behalf.
His wife, Queen Camilla, has stepped up as the most senior royal family member while Charles, 75, has been out of action. His Majesty’s sister Princess Anne and sister-in-law Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, have also been holding