In a significant move, King Charles has appointed Prince William and Kate Middleton to grant their own royal warrants, allowing them to officially endorse suppliers of goods and services.

The initial applications for these royal warrants must be submitted by the end of July 2025, with the expectation that the warrants will be granted in early 2026.

To qualify for a royal warrant, a business must have collaborated with the royal household for at least five of the last seven years and must demonstrate high standards in quality, service, and environmental care.

This announcement follows a brief delay attributed to ongoing management issues during the royal transition, necessitating a thorough review process before extending this honor to William and Kate.

The decision comes after Buckingham Palace confirmed that 145 businesses previously granted warrants by King Charles will continue to hold them, with some receiving additional warrants from Queen Camilla.

A spokesperson for King Charles emphasized that William and Kate are excited to celebrate British industry and creativity through their new role in granting these warrants.

Sir Ian Patrick, the private secretary to the Prince of Wales, expressed delight at the opportunity to recognize British industry and skills through the royal warrants.

Potential recipients of the royal warrant could include brands favored by Kate, such as Alexander McQueen, Catherine Walker, and Kiki McDonough, reflecting her fashion choices.

Currently, there are about 800 Royal Warrant holders, ranging from artisan food producers to major global tech companies.

A two-stage application process will be implemented for new applicants, including due diligence checks, which may extend the timeline for issuing new warrants.

Last year, King Charles and Queen Camilla granted over 540 Royal Warrants, underscoring the significance of these recognitions in supporting British businesses.

This new responsibility marks the first time both William and Kate will issue royal warrants, further solidifying their roles within the royal family.