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Prince Harry welcomes 'sister' Kate Middleton

Prince Harry said he was "delighted" at his brother's engagement, welcoming Prince William's fiancee Kate Middleton as the "sister" he had always wanted.

In a statement released through his press spokesman, Harry said: "I am delighted that my brother has popped the question!

"It means I get a sister, which I have always wanted."

The Prince has been in flying training at Middle Wallop, Hampshire, today, his spokesman said.

Clarence House formally announced the long-awaited development in a statement issued just after 11am yesterday.

It said: "The Prince of Wales is delighted to announce the engagement of Prince William to Miss Catherine Middleton.

Gallery: Royal romance of Prince William and Kate Middleton

"The wedding will take place in the spring or summer of 2011, in London. Further details about the wedding day will be announced in due course.

"Prince William and Miss Middleton became engaged in October during a private holiday in Kenya.

"Prince William has informed The Queen and other close members of his family. Prince William has also sought the permission of Miss Middleton's father.

"Following the marriage, the couple will live in north Wales, where Prince William will continue to serve with the Royal Air Force."

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