Prince William and Princess Kate are 'laser-focused' and 'know what they want from royal life', a source close to the couple has claimed.

As they mark the first year or being the Prince and Princess of Wales, the couple have discovered what they want from the role and set a clear path to be the future of the monarchy, those around them say.

The royal couple have made sure their presence is seen in Wales are supporting the king in his duties, while William is keen to 'continue the great work that his father did' with the Duchy of Cornwall.

Speaking to the Telegraph, a source close to the royals said the pair 'know what they want' when it comes to their working lives, adding that they are 'editing their own speeches and peppering aides with questions about every brief'.