THE Prince of Wales faces having to carry out more official duties in the King's absence while also caring for his wife following her abdominal surgery.
William is returning to official business this week having temporarily stepped back three weeks ago to look after Kate and their three children.
It is not known when the King will be able to get back to full public duties, while the princess is expected to be out of action until after Easter as she recovers at home. Kensington Palace made its announcement about William's return just a few hours before Buckingham Palace shared the King's diagnosis.
Charles called both his sons to inform them of his condition ahead of the public announcement, with Prince Harry flying home to the UK from California to be with his father despite their troubled relationship. William, who is in regular contact with the King, is said to have grown closer to Charles in the wake of Harry's controversial interviews, documentary and memoir, which saw him launch a flurry of allegations against his family.
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