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The King’s Speech was the most watched programme on Christmas Day.

King Charles topped the biggest ratings contest of the year with 7.48 million people tuning in to hear him speak.

His nearest competition was the festive edition of Strictly Come Dancing which drew 5.3 million viewers.

In third place was the Doctor Who Christmas special, the first full adventure with brand new Time Lord Ncuti Gatwa, which drew an audience of 4.7 million.

The Christmas Day broadcast regularly tops the festive viewing figures although this December is its best showing for several years.

His Majesty spoke of the importance of caring for the planet as well as the vital role of universal values.

The speech was recorded in the Centre Room at Buckingham Palace and produced by ITN.