Kate Middleton will become the first Princess of Wales since 1910 to issue royal warrants, The Times reports. The future queen will reportedly ‘celebrate British skills and industry’ by favouring her favourite companies. King Charles III began issuing warrants upon ascending the throne as Prince of Wales in 1980, but Princess Diana was not eligible after their wedding the following year.
It will be the first time Kate has issued royal warrants, and the first time for anyone holding the title of Princess of Wales since Queen Mary, who issued warrants even before her husband George V ascended the throne in 1910. While there is no exact timeline yet for when the Prince and Princess of Wales will issue royal warrants, sources said it will be announced in due course.
‘She is keen to recognise British skills and hard work,’ the insider claimed.
Royal warrants are issued for up to five years and are granted to companies whose goods are sold to the royal court. Under changes made by the King when he was Prince of Wales, suppliers must also prove they have a sustainability policy. Companies then become members of the Royal Warrant Holders Association and can use the royal coat of arms in their work.
