Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's engagement announcement in full

Next royal wedding set for Spring 2018

His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales is delighted to announce the engagement of Prince Harry to Ms Meghan Markle.

The wedding will take place in Spring 2018. Further details about the wedding day will be announced in due course.

His Royal Highness and Ms Markle became engaged in London earlier this month.

Prince Harry has informed Her Majesty The Queen and other close members of his family.

Prince Harry has also sought and received the blessing of Ms Markle's parents.

The couple will live in Nottingham Cottage at Kensington Palace.