King Charles has confirmed William and Kate will become the Prince and Princess of Wales.
They take over the title he vacated following the Queen’s death and the passing of the crown to him.
It reflects the shift in William’s position from third in the line of succession to heir apparent.
The title of Prince of Wales has been held by the person in line to inherit the crown since the 14th century.
King Charles was handed the title in 1958 and now passes it to his son.
Princess of Wales is used as a courtesy title for the wives of Princes of Wales but is most closely associated with Princess Diana.
Though Camilla also legally held the title, she has never used it because of its close link with Charles’ first wife and instead chose to go by Duchess of Cornwall.
The King confirmed the change during his first address to the nation since the death of his mother.
It was yesterday revealed they will also take over the Cornwall title previously held by Camilla, the new Queen Consort.
Clarence House has clarified the new King intends to rule as Charles III after some speculation he may choose a new name.
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In Scotland, William will be referred to as the Duke of Rothesay, a dynastic title held by the heir to the throne north of the border.
The King said his eldest son assumes the Scottish titles ‘which have meant so much to me’.
He continued: ‘Today, I am proud to create him Prince of Wales, Tywysog Cymru, the country whose title I have been so greatly privileged to bear during so much of my life and duty.
‘With Catherine beside him, our new Prince and Princess of Wales will, I know, continue to inspire and lead our national conversations, helping to bring the marginal to the centre ground where vital help can be given.
‘I want also to express my love for Harry and Meghan as they continue to build their lives overseas.’
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A royal source revealed how Kate will approach her now role with a title closely associated with William’s mother.
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They said: ‘The couple are focussed on deepening the trust and respect of the people of Wales over time.
‘The Prince and Princess of Wales will approach their roles in the modest and humble way they’ve approached their work previously
‘The new Princess of Wales appreciates the history associated with this role but will understandably want to look to the future as she creates her own path.’
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