The monarch, 76, was faced with a fresh perspective after enduring a difficult year following his cancer diagnosis in February.

King Charles III has ended royal warrants for Cadbury and Unilever, which owns brands including Marmite and Ben & Jerry’s, in a blow to the household names.

The King has revoked Cadbury’s Royal Warrant, 170 years after it was first granted. The renowned chocolate maker, which was a particular favourite of the late Queen – especially for its Bournville chocolate – has confirmed that its prestigious mark of excellence will not be renewed.