His Majesty the King has appointed Sir Nicholas Coleridge to a new term as chair of the charity Historic Royal Palaces. The reappointment takes effect on November 1, 2026 and will continue until October 31, 2028. Historic Royal Palaces is an independent charity that cares for Britain's historic royal residences not used by the monarch as a primary residence, including the Tower of London, Hampton Court, Kensington Palace and other properties. Sir Nicholas Coleridge has previously served as chair of the organization and has received support to continue in this position. His responsibilities include leading the board of trustees, determining the strategic direction of the organization and ensuring the preservation of historical heritage for future generations. The decision to reappoint was made at the level of the monarch, reflecting the traditional process of approving leaders of key cultural and historical institutions in the country.