In a surprising turn of events, King Charles III is reportedly contemplating a risky decision that would defy royal tradition.
According to insiders from the palace, the Prince of Wales may be granted an extraordinary royal title, and three individuals are being considered for appointment as councillors of state.
These potential additions include Kate, Prince Edward, and Princess Anne.
This development comes after King Charles III recently defied royal protocol by expanding his team of advisors to five people.
The increased number of advisors would grant them the power to assist the king in case of illness or when he is abroad.
Prior to the passing of Queen Elizabeth, Prince Charles, Andrew, William, and Harry served as councillors of state due to their age and their position in the line of succession.
This role was also held by Prince Philip until his retirement in 2017.
Currently, two councillors of state can handle state affairs in the absence of the monarch, including the approval of appointments and legislation.
However, according to reliable sources within the palace, there may now be three additions to the existing list of five councillors of state.
Princess Beatrice, Duke of York, Duke of Sussex, Queen Consort, and an insider from the palace have already been appointed, and it is believed that nobody will be left out.
The decision to increase the pool of councillors of state is primarily driven by practical considerations.
It is only fitting that this matter is addressed, as it is highly likely that both the King and Queen Consort, as well as possibly the Prince and Princess of Wales, will be absent.
Before the King embarks on his first trip abroad this year, a formal process would need to be followed, according to a source familiar with the matter.
Dr. Craig Prescott, a constitutional scholar from Bangor University, commented on the potential inclusion of Kate in the list of councillors of state, stating that it would be unusual but the most straightforward solution to the issue at hand.
He added that there are not enough working roles to serve as councillors of state, and including those who are already there would make perfect sense.
Additionally, the law may designate Prince Edward and Princess Anne as councillors of state, as they are already in line for the position.
If this unprecedented move were to occur, it is likely that the Prince and Princess of Wales would act together, as two councillors of state must work in tandem.
The legislation required for these changes should easily pass through Parliament, making this approach the most straightforward solution.
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