The Bradford MP who sparked the "Queen Camilla" debate said today it was Mrs Parker Bowles' decision what she gets called after the Royal wedding.

Shipley MP Chris Leslie said ultimately no-one could have a title foisted on them.

He triggered an outcry when he gave a parliamentary answer to another MP's written question.

Mr Leslie, Minister for Constitutional Affairs, said legally Charles and Camilla's wedding on April 8 would not be "morganatic" which means unless the law is changed Camilla will inherit the title of Queen. He said: "There is always going to be a lot of interest in any royal wedding.

"But it seems, every corner of this wedding is being scrutinised. It is very sad." He added: "If any two people marry it is really nice."

He said he wished the couple well and urged other people to do so. "Everybody should say good luck to them. That is the best attitude to take. It would be nice if they can marry and can get on with it. I think it will be nice for them in simple human terms if people say good luck to them."

He pointed out that following his announcement Clarence House had said Camilla does not want the title of Queen.

In a statement Clarence House said: "Mrs Parker Bowles can, as she wishes, be referred to as Princess Consort, rather than Queen, without legislation."

Mr Leslie added: "They have said what she wants to be called. It is up to the individual what they are called. You cannot foist a title on any individual."

Mr Leslie said although he had been answering a simple question in a simple way he had not anticipated the huge reaction.

"I am the vehicle for answering questions on constitutional issues in the Commons. I am the only minister dealing with these issues."

He said he had not spoken personally to the royal couple, adding: "That is for more senior people than me."