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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Nick Lester

King asks for change in law to allow Anne and Edward to deputise

PA Wire

The number of members of the royal family who can stand in for the King when he cannot fulfil certain official duties is to be extended to include the Princess Royal and the Earl of Wessex.

The King’s intention was announced in a signed message read to the House of Lords by the Lord Chamberlain, Lord Parker of Minsmere, who is the most senior official in the royal household.

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