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The Prime Minister will on Friday convene metro mayors and representatives of devolved administrations for the Council of the Nations and Regions.

The first meeting of the Council of the Nations and Regions should provide an opportunity to “speak frankly about the big issues facing Scotland”, the country’s First Minister has said.

Bucking Palace confirmed Charles’ attendance at the event, which will take place on Monday evening at St Paul’s Cathedral following the summit.