Amid Protests: King Charles Opens Parliament in Wales
Oct 16, 2026
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21 cannon shots heralded King Charles' arrival in Cardiff.
Together with Queen Camilla,
the monarch opened the Welsh Parliament on Thursday.
This marks the seventh legislative session
of the Senedd since its establishment in 1998.
For Charles, this is the first time he has opened Parliament as king.
Politically, it was a sensitive occasion.
He also met with Rhun ap Iorwerth, the First Minister of Wales.
Ap Iorwerth is the leader of a party
that advocates for Welsh independence.
The event was also marked by protests.
As the royal couple departed, shouts of Not My King could be heard.
Protesters held up signs with messages such as Abolish Monarchy.