The Prince and Princess of Wales are reportedly trying to make their children's upbringing as normal as possible.

After a difficult year, the couple has been escaping without their three kids for “low key” trips together, says a source.

Prince William needs a bond with Prince Harry in order for the Duke of Sussex to be able to bring him down a peg when required, according to a royal author. The Prince of Wales and the Duke of Sussex are no longer on speaking terms as their relationship has deteriorated over the last few years.

During a visit to a primary school in Llanelli, west Wales, in September, William was given some friendship bracelets by pupil Ruby Davies to give to his children. The prince was delighted and said: “Thank you so much Ruby. They're going to love those, you'll see them out and about.