Mr Mountbatten-Windsor received the Freedom of the City of London via patrimony in 2012 having inherited it from his father, Prince Philip. Today it is largely a ceremonial honour though continues to be awarded to individuals on a regular basis, with comedian Sir Lenny Henry and actress Cate Blanchett among those to receive it.
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