Why Queen Elizabeth II vetoed Prince William's pre-engagement plea for Princess Kate

Prince William made a request to protect his girlfriend, Kate Middleton, now the Princess of Wales', security before they were engaged, but it was vetoed by his grandmother, the late Queen Elizabeth II.

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Feb 25, 2026 - 21:04
Why Queen Elizabeth II vetoed Prince William's pre-engagement plea for Princess Kate
Prince William made a request to protect his girlfriend, Kate Middleton, now the Princess of Wales', security before they were engaged, but it was vetoed by his grandmother, the late Queen Elizabeth II.
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