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In a historic move, King Charles has officially granted Prince William and Kate Middleton the rare authority to issue Royal Warrants, a prestigious recognition awarded to businesses that serve the royal household. This marks a major step in the couple's rise within the monarchy, with Kate becoming the first Princess of Wales in over a century to receive this power, a privilege even Princess Diana was never granted. Royal Warrants are given to companies that have consistently provided exceptional goods or services to the royal family for at least five of the past seven years. While the title doesn't guarantee exclusivity, it allows recipients to display the Royal Arms as a mark of honor, trust, and royal connection.
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