Prince William

“I’m still thinking about your Python.”

“Charlotte and Louis are obsessed with it. It’s really good telly.”

The monarch’s soft diplomacy skills will be put to the test when he begins the eight-day tour next week.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are yet to admit they made many mistakes, something they must do before the royals listen.

The joint visit to Wales, where loss and family were at the heart of the day, came just hours after Prince Harry renewed his plea for reconciliation.

The royal couple had their game faces on as they arrived for the glitzy event hours after Prince Harry pleaded for reconciliation on TV.

The Duke of Sussex also revealed the real reason he and Meghan returned to the UK during the interview.

The Prince and Princess of Wales have once again stepped up to take part in a state visit, alongside King Charles and Queen Camilla.

Optics matter, especially with Harry and Meghan. And Team Sussex will be taking this as a major win.

The traditional uniform worn by foot guards outside Buckingham Palace is facing a shake-up over animal rights concerns.