Onlookers observed in silence to hear the Lord Mayor of Portsmouth, Cllr Hugh Mason, read the address in an historic moment echoed by mayors and officials up and down the country on Sunday afternoon.
The event followed on from the national proclamation on Saturday at St James’ Palace when Prince Charles was confirmed the new monarch after the Queen’s death on Thursday.
The News has compiled a gallery of pictures from the historic day to reflect on the day’s proceedings.
. The proclamation of King Charles III in Guildhall Square
The proclamation of King Charles III in Guildhall Square in Portsmouth on September 11, 2022 Photo: Peter Langdown
. A moment of reflection
Officials and personnel close their eyes to pay their respects to the Queen. Photo: Peter Langdown
. A part of history
The proclamation of King Charles III in Guildhall Square in Portsmouth on September 11, 2022. Photo: Peter Langdown
. Respect
Veterans pay their respects and bring in the proclamation of the new King. Photo: Peter Langdown
1. A moment of reflection
Officials and personnel close their eyes to pay their respects to the Queen. Photo: Peter Langdown
3. A part of history
The proclamation of King Charles III in Guildhall Square in Portsmouth on September 11, 2022. Photo: Peter Langdown
4. Respect
Veterans pay their respects and bring in the proclamation of the new King. Photo: Peter Langdown