At the outset of his ministry Perceval enjoyed the strong support of King George III, but, in October 1810, the king lapsed into insanity and was permanently incapacitated.
At the outset of his ministry Perceval enjoyed the strong support of King George III, who considered him "the most straightforward man I have ever met". However, in October 1810, the king lapsed into insanity and was permanently incapacitated.