King Charles backs 2024’s Big Help Out as he recovers from hospital treatment
THE King has backed this year’s Big Help Out — as he recovers from hospital treatment.
He described the volunteering drive as “all the more important at a time of real hardship for many”.
In a statement written before he underwent a procedure for an enlarged prostate, His Majesty urged the public to sign up to lend a hand to good causes in June.
He said: “I have long believed that one of the greatest strengths of our nation is our ability to come together and help each other through times of hardship.
“Throughout my life, I have been encouraged and inspired by those selfless volunteers who dedicate their time and talents to helping others, across all communities and across the full breadth of our country.”
He added it was “wonderful” to hear of the seven million people who took part last May — part of his coronation celebrations.
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The King said: “It was a source of great pride to my whole family that, thanks to all these millions who took part, the coronation became a moment not just to celebrate continuity and nationhood, but also the values that we have long held dear: kindness, compassion and service to others.
“As I said in my Christmas broadcast last year, this is all the more important at a time of real hardship for many, when we need to build on existing ways to support others less fortunate than ourselves.
“In so doing, we also bring out the best in ourselves.”
The Princess of Wales, and family renovated a Scout hut.
