PRINCE Charles and Prince William have today rushed to the Queen’s side after Buckingham Palace revealed doctors were “concerned” for her health.
Her Majesty, 96, is said to be “comfortable” in Balmoral where she remains under medical supervision.
The Queen is resting at Balmoral
Charles has rushed to be by his mum’s side
The Queen’s immediate family members have been informed, the palace said.
Clarence House confirmed Prince Charles and Camilla have already travelled to Balmoral.
Prince William is also on his way to the Scottish estate as fears for the monarch’s health grow.
They will be joined at the Queen’s side by Princess Anne, who was already in Scotland on various engagements.
A statement said today: “Following further evaluation this morning, The Queen’s doctors are concerned for Her Majesty’s health and have recommended she remain under medical supervision.
“The Queen remains comfortable at Balmoral.”
Camilla had been due to meet staff and patients at Maggie’s in Airdrie, Lanarkshire, today but the engagement was cancelled.
Charles’ helicopter was also seen landing on the grounds of Balmoral this morning.
The announcement comes just two days after the Queen beamed while meeting new Prime Minister Liz Truss at Balmoral.
Ms Truss was among the first to wish Her Majesty well today after the formal appointment on Monday.
She said: “The whole country will be deeply concerned by the news from Buckingham Palace this lunchtime.
“My thoughts – and the thoughts of people across our United Kingdom – are with Her Majesty The Queen and her family at this time.”
Commons speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle also sent the Queen his best wishes as he interrupted today’s energy debate in Parliament.
It came amid hushed tones in the Commons – sparking speculation there had been an update on the Queen’s health.
He said: “I know I speak on behalf of the entire House when I say that we send our best wishes to Her Majesty the Queen and that she and the royal family are in our thoughts and prayers at this moment.”
Sir Lindsay added: “If there is anything else, we will update the House accordingly.”
BREAK FROM TRADITION
It comes after the Queen met with Ms Truss, the 15th prime minister of her 70-year reign, at Balmoral on Monday.
Usually, the monarch would appoint prime ministers from Buckingham Palace or Windsor Castle but she has been living at Balmoral for her mobility.
Holding a walking stick, Her Majesty smiled as she greeted the new PM for the traditional “kissing of the hands” ceremony.
The Queen has spent more time recently resting on doctor’s orders as she continues to suffer mobility issues.
Buckingham Palace indicated earlier this year the public should no longer assume they will see her at an event.
Instead, her attendance is only confirmed on the day in question.
In October, a trip to Northern Ireland was cancelled after the Queen spent a night in hospital for “preliminary investigations.”
She also pulled out of attending the Festival of Remembrance and then the Remembrance Sunday Cenotaph service due to a sprained back.
Her Majesty was also forced to miss the traditional Maundy Thursday and Easter Mattins church services.
But she left royal fans delighted back in June when she appeared on the Buckingham Palace balcony for her Platinum Jubilee celebrations.
Politicians have today expressed their concern for the Queen, who has suffered from ill-health in recent months.
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Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer said: “Along with the rest of the country, I am deeply worried by the news from Buckingham Palace this afternoon.
“My thoughts are with Her Majesty the Queen and her family at this time, and I join everyone across the United Kingdom in hoping for her recovery.”
While The Archbishop of Canterbury said the “prayers of the nation” are with the Queen.
William is also heading to Balmoral to visit his grandmother
Charles’ helicopter lands at Balmoral today
The Queen met with Liz Truss on Monday
She appeared in good spirits
