Prince William rejects tag of do-nothing royal: 'I take duty seriously'

In interviews marking Queen’s 90th birthday, Duke of Cambridge says he will step up duties when time is right and tells of grandmother’s influence in his life

The Duke of Cambridge has defended himself over criticism that he does not complete enough royal duties.

Speaking to the BBC to mark the Queen’s 90th birthday, he said he was focusing on being a father and an air ambulance pilot but would be the “first person to accept” duties when it came for his grandmother to hand over responsibilities.

William also paid tribute to his grandmother’s sense of duty and her role as head of the Royal Family. The second-in-line to the throne said he was making the most of time to do another “worthwhile job” while he could and his family was supportive. 

He said: “I take duty very seriously. I take my responsibilities very seriously. But it’s about finding your own way at the right time and if you’re not careful duty can weigh you down at a very early age.

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