Donald Trump’s aides have raised concerns that a likely meeting with Prince Charles during his state visit could backfire because of the pair’s differences on climate change.

The US President’s team is understood to have worries that the American press could jump on any difference in comments on the environment.

There are also concerns that copycat protests based on those in Washington DC on the day of his inauguration could be seen when he comes to Britain later this year.

Mrs May presented an invitation from the Queen for a state visit during her trip to the White House, which Mr Trump accepted - though dates are yet to be announced.