Kate Middleton and Prince William spark fan frenzy as they 'prepare to use new royal power'
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The Prince and Princess of Wales have seen a huge raft of changes since their royal roles changed. William and Kate were granted their current titles after the death of the late Queen in September 2022 - and it has seen second-in-line to the throne William step in for his father, King Charles, more and more. Last year, the pair took some time away from the spotlight while Kate underwent cancer treatment and William looked after his wife and three children. But with the dawn of a new year, and Kate slowly returning to duties, it seems they are hoping for a more positive 2025.
And with it, it has been reported they may be close to using a new royal power - the ability to grant their first royal warrants. According to the Daily Mail, the couple hopes to announce their first set of warrants, which will be highly coveted by businesses, although no firm date has been set.
Warrants are granted by senior royals to businesses as a mark of being the official supplier of goods to that particular royal. Last month, the King and Queen granted a list of warrants to suppliers including Camilla's hairdresser Jo Hansford and champagne company Bollinger.
Companies holding a royal warrant, which is granted for up to five years, are recognised for providing goods or services to the monarchy and are allowed to use the coat of arms of the royal they are associated with on packaging, as part of advertising or on stationery.
