The newly unveiled King's portrait which hangs in The Philip Mould Gallery has been defaced by protesters from the vegan campaign group Animal Rising, using large Wallace and Gromit stickers to cover the Monarch's face.

Alistair Stewart, spokesman for Animal Rising explains the sticker of Wallace, a character from the animated comedy series, was used because it is one of King Charles' favourite cartoon characters.

He told Julia: "The reason why Animal Rising supporters put this poster on this painting is that King Charles is the royal patron of the RSPCA."

Julia Hartley-Brewer argues that whilst no damage was done to the painting, other activists have caused damage. She says: "These are stunts to get attention for your cause."

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