The decision to give the Mayor a knighthood drew criticism from Tory politicians and 220,000 people signed a petition against it.

Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London, has been knighted by King Charles, an honour that follows significant controversy. Despite the recognition, Khan faced fierce criticism from senior Conservative politicians, alongside a mammoth petition that amassed 220,000 signatures, aiming to prevent the knighthood.

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, was formally knighted by King Charles at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday. The 54-year-old Labour politician received the honour in recognition of his political and public service.