Princess Anne unveils King Charles III portrait in Scottish Parliament

Princess Anne unveiled a new portrait of King Charles III at the Scottish Parliament, depicting him in traditional Scottish attire with the King Charles III tartan and holding a handcrafted walking stick gifted by the Mey Highland Games. The photograph, taken by Millie Pilkington in the Sunken Garden of Balmoral Castle, highlights the King's deep connection to Scotland and will hang alongside a 2011 portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, also unveiled by Princess Anne. The portrait's placement symbolizes a link between Queen Elizabeth's legacy and King Charles's reign, and royal supporters praised Charles's embrace of Scottish tradition. The unveiling ceremony was attended by Scottish officials including Alison Johnstone, who emphasized the King's affectionate connection to Scotland and its people. The King's choice to wear traditional Highland dress has contrasted with Prince William's preference for conventional suits despite his Scottish titles, drawing attention to differing approaches within the royal family. Overall, the event was seen as a heartfelt tribute by Princess Anne amid ongoing complexities in royal family relationships.