Foreign media reports that the Duchess of Cambridge, Catherine Middleton has given birth to a baby girl.

The new baby will be fourth in line to the throne, behind his or her grandfather Prince Charles , father Prince William and brother Prince George.

The Duke of Cambridge was present for the birth of the baby, who weighs 8lbs 3oz (3.7kg).

The duchess had earlier been admitted to the Lindo Wing at St Mary’s Hospital where their first child Prince George was born in July 2013.

The name of the baby is to be announced in due course.

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