Royal family LIVE: King Charles' Windsor changes, Duchess Sophie's farm outing and more

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Wedding season certainly looks good on Lady Amelia Windsor, who was a vision in pink in a series of gorgeous photos from her friend's wedding in Ireland.

Taking to her Instagram account, King Charles' cousin, 30, slipped into a beautiful pink strapless dress adorned with large brown polka dots. She accessorised her look with a pair of quirky tortoise-shell sunglasses.

"Love in Limerick," the royal captioned the post. "Pretty in pink," one follower replied. A second added: "Love this dress." Meanwhile, a third replied: "Gorgeous."

On her feet, Lady Amelia rocked a pair of velvet Flablelus pumps, a brand for which she is an ambassador. As for accessories, the dazzling wedding guest chose a tiny cream shoulder bag. 

The Princess of Wales’s brother-in-law told a planning inquiry there is a need for a higher level of security at his property due to his family’s high public profile, in a row over part of their drive being designated a public footpath.

Kate’s sister Pippa married James Matthews, a hedge fund boss, in May 2017, and the family moved to Barton Court in West Berkshire in autumn 2022.

Mr Matthews installed an electric security gate on the drive in September 2022, which prompted walking group West Berkshire Ramblers to apply for a “definitive map modification order” in January 2023 to recognise a public footpath on the land.

West Berkshire District Council investigated and decided that the order route was “reasonably alleged to exist as a public right of way based on evidence, legislation and case law”, inquiry documents said.

Mr Matthews objected and told the inquiry the route is rarely used and the gate raised no objections from the local parish council or neighbours.

Speaking at the inquiry on Thursday, Mr Matthews added there was nothing in the conveyancing process which alerted him to any public use of the drive when he purchased the property in August 2022.

Just days after his surprise wedding, Charles Spencer, the younger brother of Princess Diana, has hosted another shindig - but this time at home on his 13,000-acre Northamptonshire estate, Althorp House.

The young brother of Princess Diana, 62, shared photos featuring his new bride, Dr Cat Jarman, 43, as well as their welcomed guests, enjoying the grounds of Charles and Diana's sprawling childhood home.

 Accompanying the image were the words: "Last night @CatJarman & I welcomed @NorthantsCCC & their wives & girlfriends to @AlthorpHouse for a barbecue. Felt quite short next to 6 foot 7 inch Australian bowler Harry Conway. Great to see fellow Aussie internationals Nathan McSweeney & Chris Lynn relaxing in the Library."

Newlywed Cat was simply glowing for the occasion, wearing a beautiful blue patterned halterneck top, which she paired with summery light blue wide-leg jeans. Completing her look, Cat wore a killer pair of cork wedges.

It's been a busy royal morning and now it is time to hand over to the lovely Isabelle Casey for this afternoon's royal news. 

Sporty Princess Kate isn't one to shy away from a spot of healthy competition, and that extends to drinking games too, Mike Tindall has confessed. Discover the royal's favourite drinking game to play.

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King Harald of Norway has given an update on Queen Sonja's health, explaining that she's now on her way home from hospital. He told press, "her form is much better" after she was hospitalised with heart issues. 

In the same speech, he also addressed Crown Princess Mette-Marit's breathing condition. "She is seriously ill," he told journalists. 

He also sought to defend her presence in the Epstein files. She had a friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, but when she discovered his criminal wrongdoings, she cut ties. He said: "We must remember that the Crown Princess has not done anything illegal.

"And she broke this connection – unlike some others in Norway, she broke the connection very early. So I think we should give her credit for that."

The Duchess of Edinburgh has stepped out at the Waitrose Farm on the Leckford Estate in Hampshire ahead of Open Farm Sunday this weekend. The royal went smart/casual for the appearance with khaki trousers, a floral top and a beige blazer. 

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Prince Hisahito of Japan has just appeared at his first imperial banquet at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. This comes four years after his sister, Mako Komuro, relinquished her royal role and titles to marry a "commoner". 

Congratulations are in order for Princess Elisabeth of Belgium who has just graduated from Harvard University! She was accompanied by her proud parents, King Philippe and Queen Mathilde for the occasion. 

King Charles has unveiled a brand-new garden in the grounds of Windsor Castle, inspired by the planet Venus. The special project has taken an army of gardeners and 18 months to complete. 

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The meticulously designed space not only looks amazing but has also been curated for maximum eco-credentials, being a hub for biodiversity. 

Watch an incredible timelapse of the transformation.

Norway's Queen Sonja, 88, is in hospital with heart problems, after cancelling a string of events. Read all the details

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Lieutenant Colonel Jonny Thompson, equerry to King Charles, has welcomed his first child with his wife Olivia (Née Lewis). It was announced in The Times births section that they have a daughter. Discover her adorable name here.

One from the royal fashion archives for you this morning... Princess Diana had a lady in red moment on this day in 1986, sporting a stunning puff sleeve peplum jacket, layered with a polka dot blouse underneath. So chic!

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The sun is shining and I'm here to bring you all the royal news this morning as it happens. Today, the Duchess of Edinburgh will be attending Open Farm Sunday's Preparation Day and it also marks the start of a local inquiry into a public footpath alongside Pippa Middleton's family estate. Read the latest on the neighbourhood dispute here.