King Charles’ first Christmas speech was spot on in its message of compassion

Royal Winners

SHE has been a constant in our lives for decades and so the Queen’s absence from yesterday’s annual Christmas walkabout at Sandringham was always felt.

But the King is already confidently slipping into the role he has been waiting and preparing for for so long.

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He has brought quiet confidence and demonstrated a willing commitment to duty that his mother always showed.

William and Kate’s key roles in yesterday’s proceedings also sent a simple and clear message: the succession of this modern royal family is secure.

The king’s first Christmas speech was spot on in its message of sympathy.

After another brutal year, he recognized the struggle so many face while saluting those who make sacrifices for others.

Significantly, there was no hint of these year-round Grinches Harry and Meghan.

The whining couple have already done their best to harm the institution they fled from.

And next month, Prince Harry will undoubtedly unleash new volleys when his book is published.

But yesterday His Majesty and the family showed why they will never succeed.

Great Britain for Ukraine

INFLATION, the threat of widespread strikes and an NHS on the brink of collapse.

It’s been a particularly tough few weeks. Many families will have to give up gifts this year to pay for the heating instead.

Others may have been prevented from seeing loved ones because a rail network was shut down by cruel union bosses.

But don’t think about the hundreds of thousands of Ukrainians threatened by Putin’s bombs every hour.

Huddled in their freezing basements and without electricity or running water, many will be wondering if they’ll make it to another Christmas.

The murderous forces of Russia’s sick tyrant are now so out of control that they bombed a market on Christmas Eve just for the sheer “fun” of doing it.

The formidable Ukrainians need and deserve all the support Britain can give in their fight.

Because Putin must be defeated in 2023.

Vigil for Pele

LIONEL Messi may have been declared a GOAT by some after winning the World Cup for Argentina.

But for many, Pele will always be the greatest footballer of all time.

Today he is surrounded by his family in the hospital as he continues his battle with cancer.

Our prayers are with you, Pele.