Chants of "free free Palestine" from a handful of demonstrators were overwhelmed by enthusiastic crowds during King Charles and Queen Camilla's public appearance in east London today.
The protesters called out from among those gathered as Their Majesties concluded their visit to the Barking Learning Centre Community and Family Hub.
Their voices were quickly lost beneath the cheers and flag-waving of supporters who had assembled to greet the King and Queen.
Charles and Camilla appeared unfazed, smiling and greeting well-wishers just metres from where the demonstrators stood.
Queen Camilla and King Charles remain unfazed by pro-Palestine protesters in east London
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The half-hour engagement saw Their Majesties meet community workers serving the diverse Barking and Dagenham area.
Their arrival at the community hub was marked by a vibrant performance from Events 2 Empower, a dance troupe that delivered a colourful Bollywood-inspired routine to welcome the royal visitors.
Throughout the engagement, Charles and Camilla were introduced to various organisations working to support residents in one of London's most diverse boroughs.
The couple spent time learning about the range of services available to the Barking and Dagenham community, meeting those involved in delivering vital support programmes.
King Charles greeting the flag-waving fans in London today
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The visit showcased the breadth of grassroots initiatives operating from the hub, which serves as a focal point for families and residents seeking assistance.
During the visit, the King was introduced to an innovative borrowing initiative known as the Library of Things, which enables residents to access household equipment without purchasing items outright.
Charles examined a Bosch tool kit while organisers explained how the scheme works, allowing people to borrow seldom-used items such as DIY equipment.
The programme aims to provide affordable access to tools and other household necessities that residents might only need occasionally, helping them maintain their homes without significant expense.
Queen Camilla and King Charles visited Barking and Dagenham on Wednesday
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The monarch expressed his approval of the initiative, remarking that it was beneficial for promoting the circular economy by reducing unnecessary consumption and waste.
The royal couple also engaged with workers tackling a broad spectrum of community challenges, from preventing homelessness to offering employment guidance and promoting literacy among residents.
Social prescribing initiatives, which connect people with non-medical support services, were among the programmes highlighted during their tour of the facility.
Those working to encourage reading in the local community also had the opportunity to speak with Charles and Camilla about their efforts.
The engagement drew to a close with a musical performance from the Barking Churches Choir, providing a fitting finale to Their Majesties' visit to the east London hub.