Penny Mordaunt at King Charles III's coronation - in pictures

Penny Mordaunt walks ahead of King Charles III during the coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey in London on May 6. PA
Ms Mordaunt was at the service in her role as Lord President of the Council. PA
She was responsible for bearing the Sword of State and presenting the Sword of Offering to the king. AFP
Ms Mordaunt presents the Sword of State to King Charles. AP
She was dressed in a custom-made teal outfit with a matching cape and headband with gold feather embroidery. AP
It was the first time the role has been carried out by a woman. AP
Ms Mordaunt shelters from the rain outside Westminster Abbey. EPA