Reports in multiple U.K. outlets indicate that Prince Charles is in preparation to take over as the head of the British monarchy once his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, turns 95 in 18 months. British outlet the Daily Mail says Charles met with Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, yesterday at Sandringham to discuss the move, which comes on the back of Charles’ role in forcibly “retiring” Prince Andrew from public life. The Express is reporting that Charles will be helped in managing royal affairs by Prince William. “The scandal surrounding Andrew and Epstein gave Charles an opportunity to step in to show that he can run The Firm. The revelations surrounding Andrew have even impacted campaigning for Britain’s parliamentary election, set for Dec. 12.

Source: National Post November 27, 2019 19:17 UTC