this has been a really tough time for the royal family with both the king and princess of wales being diagnosed with cancer. and like with any family, that has come as a huge blow. they've also had to deal with intense media scrutiny. so the announcement that the king feels well enough to resume some public duties will be welcome news. >> the prime minister -- >> the king has been working through his treatment. including meeting with the prime minister. but it still remains uncertain if he will be attending some of the big events coming up in the calendar. such as draping the color, and overseas trips and autumn. the king and catherine are 2 of members of the royal family. their absence has been felt by many. i wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you personally. >> there's no news about when the princess of wales will return to public duties. she announced her cancer diagnosis in march and has asked for time, space, and privacy for herself and her family. charlotte gallagher, bbc news. >> let's go outo a journalist and royal expert. good to have you with us. not a full return