As per reports, Queen Margrethe, 83, announced in her New Year’s Address on Sunday (31 December) that she will step down to abdicate on Sunday (14 January) after 52 years on the throne.

• Courtiers confirmed that Queen Margrethe’s eldest son and successor will be known as King Frederik, and his wife will be known as Queen Mary.
• On Tuesday (02 January), courtiers released a statement about the title changes that will affect Queen Margrethe, Crown Prince Frederik, Crown Princess Mary and Prince Christian.