A picture of the late Queen Elizabeth II is set to be replaced at the Reading Borough Council offices as an official portrait of King Charles III has finally been unveiled.
The official portrait of His Majesty King Charles III was published on Monday, January 15.
It was taken by photographer Hugo Burnand at Windsor Castle last year, showing His Majesty wearing a Royal Navy uniform of an Admiral of the Fleet and official medals and decorations.
The picture has been made available to view by the public thanks to the Press Association.
A copy of the portrait is being offered to public authorities such as Reading Borough Council for free as part of a scheme to celebrate the new reign.
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Oliver Dowden, the Deputy Prime Minister and Conservative MP for Hertsmere, said: “The accession of His Majesty The King marked a new chapter in our national story.
“Displaying this new portrait will serve as a reminder to us all of the example set by our ultimate public servant and I hope as many eligible organisations as possible will wish to continue this proud British tradition and honour our King’s reign.”
The news means the current portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at the Reading Borough Council chamber is likely to be replaced later this year.
The picture of Queen Elizabeth has been in place more than a year and four months after her passing on September 8, 2022.
The free portrait will also be made available to other councils, authorities such as Thames Valley Police and the Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service, and schools.
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