Sussex MPs send well-wishes to King Charles following cancer diagnosis

Sussex MPs have sent their well-wishes to King Charles following the news of his cancer diagnosis.

News of the King’s cancer diagnosis was released yesterday (February 5) by Buckingham Palace.

The type of cancer has not been revealed but was reportedly discovered during treatment for an enlarged prostate. The palace confirmed that it is not prostate cancer.

The King has started ‘regular treatments’ and will postpone public duties during this time.

Following the news, many Sussex MPs shared their thoughts and well-wishes on social media. See what they said below.

5. Sussex MPs send well-wishes to the King following news of cancer diagnosis

MP for Mid Sussex Mims Davies said: "A very concerning and personal moment His Majesty is sharing with us all - sending all our best wishes to The King, The Queen & all our Royal family." Photo: ROGER HARRIS

6. Sussex MPs send well-wishes to the King following news of cancer diagnosis

MP for Wealden Nusrat Ghani said: "May HRH King Charles have a swift recovery and get well soon." Photo: UK Parliament

7. Sussex MPs send well-wishes to the King following news of cancer diagnosis

MP for Horsham Jeremy Quin said: "Wishing King Charles a speedy recovery. The King and Queen and whole family are in our thoughts." Photo: Richard Townshend

8. Sussex MPs send well-wishes to the King following news of cancer diagnosis

MP for Lewes Maria Caulfield said: "Wishing His Majesty the King a speedy recovery. Even in the statement about his own health he is thinking of others." Photo: UK Parliament