Just in… The Globe and Mail has confirmed from the Prince’s office that the young couple are expecting their first child.

After a banner year for the Royal family that saw the both the celebration of Queen Elizabeth’s reign of 60 years, and the very successful London 2012 Olympics, this is yet another bit of exciting news for the UK.

Here is a brief official statement…

“Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are very pleased to announce that The Duchess of Cambridge is expecting a baby. The Queen, The Duke of Edinburgh, The Prince of Wales, The Duchess of Cornwall and Prince Harry and members of both families are delighted with the news.”