King and Angela Rayner workforce as much as focus on ending youth violence
The King teamed up with Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner as the pair got to work today discussing how to end youth violence in the UK.
King Charles, 75, met with representatives from the Scottish Violence Reduction Unit, The King’s Foundation and The King’s Trust for a round-table discussion to identify the root causes of violence.
The panel, who met at Dumfries House also discussed how young people in particular can be further supported to stop them falling into patterns of violence.
The project follows the King’s meeting earlier this year with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Idris Elba, as part of a King’s Trust initiative to further opportunities for young people.
Sharing a joke? King Charles appeared to share a quiet comment with Deputy PM Angela Rayner at Dumfries House this morning
During the reception, the trio discussed how Glasgow in particular has been successful in tackling violence in the area.
Today the King is hearing about how the SVRU is taking a public health approach to tackling violence and identifying its causes.
As he makes a gentle return to public duties following a summer in Balmoral, the King’s engagement today follows his visit to a naval base on Thursday.
Rayner’s a riot! King Charles appeared not to be able to contain his laughter as the Deputy Prime Minister spoke at the round table
Rayner donned green wide-leg trousers, a white t-shirt and a cropped blazer as she walked through the Dumfries House estate with the King
King Charles also took part in some local woodland activities with youngsters, which have been delivered by The King’s Foundation
The pair looked well acquainted as they joined forces to tackle youth violence in the UK by focusing on the root causes
The King joined forces with deputy prime minister Angela Rayner this afternoon to discuss the causes of violence in the UK and how it can be prevented
The King appeared in high spirits as he took to the round table discussion in a cause championed by The King’s Trust
The Deputy PM and King Charles met with organisations in Dumfries House, Cumnock, Ayrshire
The King and Ms Rayner met with the Scottish Violence Reduction Unit after Glasgow was noted for its success in reducing violence
The monarch and Rayner appeared to be listening intently to other people’s experiences of identifying the root causes of violence
Charles met dozens of serving submariners at the Royal Naval Armaments Depot (RNAD) at Coulport, part of HM Naval Base Clyde.
He was welcomed by First Sea Lord Admiral Sir Ben Key KCB CBE and received the royal salute from several senior members of the Navy.
It marks the first time the King has visited the base as head of the armed forces, though he did visit in 2011 and 2013 as the Prince of Wales.
Commodore Paul Dunn OBE, of the Submarine Service, said: ‘His Majesty’s visit, his first here as commander-in-chief of the British armed forces, acknowledges the valuable service of our submariners.
‘The Royal Navy’s unbroken 55-year record of continuous at sea deterrence is a tremendous source of pride, showcasing the skill, professionalism and dedication of our defence enterprise.
‘This remarkable national endeavour, entrusted to us since 1969, has seen our submariners and their families make significant sacrifices in the defence of our country.’
The King also went aboard a Vanguard-class nuclear capable submarine, where he spoke to crew members about their roles and thanked them for their commitment.
He later met gold deterrent pin holders – submariners who have been honoured for their efforts in nuclear deterrence.
Chief Petty Officer (CPO) Longhurst and his family were among the submariners who met the King.
CPO Longhurst said: ‘Meeting the King with my wife and shipmates today was a truly special moment, marking the culmination of my service as a Royal Navy submariner.
‘It has been a challenging but fulfilling 23 years, seven of which have been underwater.
‘His Majesty’s visit today not only highlights the importance of the job we do in keeping the nation safe, but it also emphasises the invaluable support of our loved ones who stand by us through every deployment.
‘Our families are the unsung heroes and today recognises that at the highest level.’
