Yes, it's grand news for fans of royalty everywhere, today it was announced that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are expecting a baby. Due to the ongoing changes in succession law, whatever the gender of the child they will eventually inherit the throne of the United Kingdom and fifteen other Commonwealth realms, assuming no unexpected deaths or whatever.
So, what are the Escapist's thoughts on this? As a loyal monarchist I can't wait for the birth, I'm hoping it's a girl so I have the chance of seeing another Queen in my lifetime. My favourite potential regal names are Elizabeth III or Victoria II, and I've included a poll to vote on your favourite out of eight possible monarchical names for the future reign of this unborn child, based on recent monarchs and living royals.