Funeral arrangements for King Charles are in place as he continues to confront pancreatic cancer.
Despite his relatively brief tenure as the British monarch, having ascended to the throne on May 6, 2023, preparations have been made for the eventual passing of King Charles III. Operation London Bridge, activated upon the death of Queen Elizabeth II, was designed to ensure a smooth transfer of power to her son, then-Prince Charles.
Now, with Prince Charles’ cancer worsening, insiders within the royal circle have informed In Touch that plans for his final resting place are being expedited. Dubbed “Operation Menai Bridge,” after the world’s first iron suspension bridge in Anglesey, Wales, these plans have become a priority due to the urgency of Charles’ health condition.
“It’s a fairly common practice within British royalty, but in Charles’ case, prompt action is necessary,” stated a source, highlighting concerns among some courtiers regarding the severity of Charles’ illness.
“Operation Menai Bridge” encompasses well-known protocols. Upon the monarch’s passing, Charles’ body will be transferred from the throne room at Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall, where he will lie in state. His official funeral is scheduled to take place nine days later, with his likely interment in the royal vault at Windsor Castle.
This development follows recent revelations from a high-ranking royal insider, also reported by In Touch, indicating that Charles is battling pancreatic cancer and has been given a prognosis of just two years to live.
“King Charles is facing a far graver health situation than officially acknowledged by the palace, struggling to manage the demands of his family, the crown’s affairs, and the daily obligations of monarchy,” the insider disclosed earlier in March. “His cancer has severely weakened him, and the situation is dire.”
Even Queen Camilla is reportedly grappling with frustration over Charles’ declining health and diminished role.
“Privately, Camilla is dismayed by the perceived vulnerability of the king and is offering minimal comfort as he confronts his terminal illness,” revealed a palace courtier to In Touch in early March.
Initial reports of King Charles III’s cancer diagnosis surfaced in February, prompting speculation regarding the specific type of cancer. Although initial assumptions leaned towards prostate cancer, subsequent clarification from a palace spokesperson ruled out this possibility. Instead, the high-ranking royal insider has now confirmed that Charles is battling pancreatic cancer, underscoring the gravity of his health situation.
