June 17, (THEWILL) – King Charles III has conferred Scotland’s highest royal honour on his wife, Queen Camilla.
Buckingham Palace, on Friday, announced that King Charles appointed his wife to the Most Ancient and Most Noble Order of the Thistle, the highest order of chivalry in Scotland.
“The King has been graciously pleased to appoint The Queen to the Most Ancient and Most Noble Order of the Thistle.
“The Most Ancient and Most Noble Order of the Thistle represents the highest honour in Scotland. Revived by King James VII, the Order has a complement of 16 Knights (KT),” the statement read.
The order recognises 16 Knights and Ladies for their contribution to national life.
Princess Anne and Prince William are all members of the 16 Knights and their induction comes with a regal outfit.
Members wear traditional dark green robes and black velvet hats with white ostrich feathers for ceremonial duties.
Camilla’s appointment is effective immediately, and Buckingham Palace shared more about her ongoing work in Scotland.
The Queen has served as Chancellor of the University of Aberdeen since 2013. Before Charles’ accession, she served as Patron of Maggie’s Cancer Care Centres and visited the hubs across Scotland.
Queen Camilla has also acted as patron or president for national charities like Crathie Opportunity Holidays, Scotland’s Gardens Scheme and Horseback UK, and highlighted the important work of organisations including South Ayrshire Women’s Aid and Target Ovarian Cancer.
