The crowning of King Charles III, the public will be required to swear allegiance

As we are separated only a few days from King Charles III's enthronement ceremony, millions will be required to swear allegiance to the King and his heirs, organisers say.

I believe that I will devote true loyalty to your Majesty and your heirs and your descendants by law so help me to God”

The public promise is one of some surprising changes to the ancient ceremony unveiled on Saturday. At the crown, female clergymen will play a prominent role, and the King himself will pray aloud.

The Christian ministry will also see religious leaders from other religions have an active part for the first time.

The crowning on Saturday will be the first to include other languages spoken in Britain, with a hymn to be sung in Wales, Scottish and Irish.

Despite changes designed to reflect other beliefs, the three vows the King will make and form the heart of the service remain unchanged, including the promise to preserve the reformed Protestant “ “belief”