The news of King Charles III’s cancer diagnosis has refocused attention on the responsibilities of Britain’s monarch.

There are hopes that a decision can be reached as soon as Tuesday on forming a government in Britain, five days after the inconclusive results of last Thursday's election. All eyes are on the ...

If Britain ever did decide to get rid of the monarchy, it would be a constitutional matter requiring legislation from parliament.

FILE – Britain’s King Charles III speaks during the State Opening of Parliament at the Palace of Westminster in London, Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023. The king’s most visible role is at the annual ...

Under Britain’s constitutional monarchy, the king is head of state but must remain politically neutral and leave policy-making to the elected Parliament.