The Duke of Sussex's team said he had accepted an invite to stay in Buckingham Palace for part of his UK trip but Buckingham Palace said the accommodation is no longer available

It can be revealed that the King, who offered his estranged son accommodation on the royal estate, has still not had confirmation of his plans.

The 41-year-old Duke arrived today without Meghan, Archie and Lilibet, a spokesman confirmed - after taking too long to accept an offer of royal accommodation from King Charles.