The death of Queen Elizabeth II has caused a shift within the Royal Family where almost everyone’s roles are changing.

Princess Beatrice is now expected to take on a brand new role within the Royal Family known as the counsellor of state.

This means the daughter of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson could step in for King Charles III if necessary.

The new position means Beatrice would be authorised to carry out the official duties of the King if called upon to, according to the Royal Family website.

These duties include attending Privy Council meetings, signing routine documents and receiving the credentials of new ambassadors to the UK.

But some roles she will be prohibited from carrying out, including Commonwealth matters, appointing prime ministers or dissolving Parliament – unless instructed to do so by Charles.

Charles, William, Harry and Andrew, all held the position before the death of the Queen and would perform her duties if she was unable to ‘due to illness or absence abroad’.

These four were previously the top people in line of succession over the age of 21.

Now Charles is King, Beatrice is fourth in line to the throne.

Camilla, Queen Consort, can also act of behalf of Charles if necessary too.

Prince William and Kate’s roles have also changed since the Queen’s death, and they are now known as the Prince and Princess of Wales.

During his first address to the nation as King last night, Charles said: ‘With Catherine beside him, our new Prince and Princess of Wales will, I know, continue to inspire and lead our national conversations, helping to bring the marginal to the centre ground where vital help can be given.’

He also said he wished to ‘express my love for Harry and Meghan as they continue to build their lives overseas’.

King Charles further paid tribute to the Queen, appearing on the verge of tears during his speech where he promised a ‘lifelong service’ to the country.

He said: ‘The death of my beloved mother, Her Majesty The Queen, is a moment of the greatest sadness for me and all members of my family.

‘We mourn profoundly the passing of a cherished sovereign and a much-loved mother.

‘I know her loss will be deeply felt throughout the country, the realms and the Commonwealth, and by countless people around the world.

‘During this period of mourning and change, my family and I will be comforted and sustained by our knowledge of the respect and deep affection in which the Queen was so widely held.’

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