'The Queen really trusts William now - he's grown in stature,' says royal expert
From attending garden parties at Buckingham Palace to joining the Garter Day procession at Windsor Castle, Prince William has been seen stepping up recently to assist the Queen as she scales back her official engagements. It's a significant sign that the Duke of Cambridge, who turns 40 on June 21, has gained the full “trust” of his grandmother, according to royal experts, and as part of a 'dynamic' pairing with his wife, the Duchess of Cambridge, could secure the future of our monarchy.