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Queen 'could retire in 18 months' with Charles 'set to take over as Prince Regent'

The Queen has already handed over a number of her duties. [Image: Getty Images]

The Queen could 'retire' from her royal duties in just 18 months time, passing the role to her son Prince Charles, according to reports.

The Monarch will turn 95 in April 2021, the age her husband Prince Philip was when he stepped back from his royal duties two years ago.

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