THE Bishop of Bath and Wells has been confirmed as one of 13 people who will play an important historic role in the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Westminster Abbey on May 6.
The Rt Rev Michael Beasley was selected because of a historic customary service performed at previous Coronations dating back 834 years.
Responding to the announcement of the honour, Bishop Michael said: "I am deeply honoured that as the Bishop of Bath and Wells I will have the privilege of supporting of His Majesty King Charles and Her Majesty the Queen Consort during the service of Coronation.
"It is a truly historic moment and humbling to realise that this continues a tradition dating back to Richard I in 1189.
"The church family in Bath and Wells will be praying for their Majesties as we approach the Coronation and marking event itself with services of celebration, community events and volunteering.”
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