Palace Confidential: 'Worrying' royal protocol for Prince William & Prince George

Prince George turned 12 on July 22 - an important milestone for the future king in more ways than one. On the latest episode of Palace Confidential, the Mail's panel of experts discussed the new royal protocol the young prince faces - and the reasons why he and his father Prince William will not be following it. Citing a former royal helicopter pilot, Richard Eden, the Daily Mail's Diary Editor, said: 'When Prince William reached the age of 12, he stopped travelling with his father so they had separate flights. Obviously, that is to guarantee the line of succession.