Succession to the British throne is determined by descent, sex, [note 1] legitimacy, and religion. Under common law, the Crown is inherited by a sovereign's children or by a childless …

May 6, 2019 · See the entire list of British nobility in order of their proximity to being the monarch of the United Kingdom, from the second in line (Prince William) to the 64th, and learn more …

The British monarch is head of the Protestant Church of England so the requirement remains that only Protestants can be in the line of succession. The current line of succession to the British …

The succession to the throne is regulated not only through descent, but also by Parliamentary statute. The order of succession is the sequence of members of the Royal Family in the order in …

Nov 13, 2025 · In the past, preference was given to male heirs, meaning that an elder daughter would be displaced by a younger brother. However, the practice of male primogeniture ended in …

Oct 17, 2025 · After Prince Andrew sensationally announced he is giving up his royal title of the Duke of York and other honours, The Independent has taken a look at the current line of …

Oct 31, 2025 · But where do the rest of the royal family fall in line? Read on for the full line of succession for the Royal Family.

Feb 17, 2025 · King Charles III currently reigns as Britain’s monarch, having ascended to the throne in September 2022. Below him, a clear line of succession ensures the continuity of the …

Sep 6, 2025 · See the entire British line of succession, from Prince William in the No. 1 spot to Princess Beatrice's daughter Sienna Elizabeth Mapelli Mozzi at No. 10, and everyone in between.

Feb 6, 2025 · The line of succession to the British throne: Who is next in line for the throne? Find out who takes the top spot in line for the throne.