Prince Harry is reportedly planning to propose to girlfriend Cressida Bonas in a matter of weeks.

He has been dating the dance student since July of last year, after they were introduced by mutual friends.

A member of the royal's inner circle told The Mirror newspaper: "Harry hasn’t proposed yet but it’s only a matter of time.

"At one point it seemed he wasn’t over Chelsy Davy and didn’t want a serious relationship but after meeting Cressida, he suspected she would be The One. She also appears to have come round to that thinking."

The source added: "Seeing William and Kate get married, settle down and have a baby has had a real effect on Harry - he’s seen how happy they are and realises he wants it too."

Prince Harry and girlfriend Cressida

It seems that Cressida is popular with royal aides and they see her relationship with Harry moving to the next step.

One royal insider said: "Palace staff can’t be seen to be formally acting for Cressida. However they recognise a duty of care towards someone so seriously involved with a senior member of the Windsors.

"They’re making a conscious effort to ensure she is looked after and protected, following the Kate Middleton model."