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**Prince William to Take Charge of British Royal Family as King Charles III Travels Abroad**
Prince William is set to take on a significant role within the British Royal Family as King Charles III and Queen Camilla prepare for a three-day visit to France following their return from the United States.
The upcoming trip will see King Charles III entrusting Prince William with responsibilities concerning the monarchy while he is away.
The royal couple's visit to France was initially scheduled for March but was postponed due to widespread protests against Emmanuel Macron's government.
Now, as they gear up for their visit to Paris next month, Prince William will step into a position of authority within the family.
In accordance with existing regulations, Prince William, as the Prince of Wales, is among seven senior family members authorized to make decisions on behalf of the King in his absence or during periods of illness.
Since turning 21 in 2003, Prince William has served as a state councillor, granting him the authority to undertake official duties and sign routine documents on behalf of the King.
During King Charles III's time abroad, he will have the ability to delegate tasks to his council of advisers, which includes Prince William, Prince Edward, Princess Anne, and Princess Beatrice.
This expanded council was established in response to the challenges faced by the royal family following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.
In the past, the late Queen had only four advisers of state – Prince Charles, Prince Andrew, Prince William, and Prince Harry.
However, the recent addition of Prince Edward, Princess Anne, and Princess Beatrice to the council has broadened the support network available to Prince William during his temporary leadership of the Royal Family.
The decision to include Princess Beatrice in the council signifies a shift towards a more inclusive approach, allowing Prince William to rely on the assistance of his younger cousin despite her junior status within the royal hierarchy.
This move reflects the monarchy's adaptability and willingness to embrace new avenues of support.