7 h. ago Princess of Wales calls for end to ‘stigma’ around addiction

Forward Trust patron says ‘compassion and love’ is needed to end fear and shame felt by those affectedThe Princess of Wales has called for an end to the “stigma” surrounding addictions, saying the experiences of those dependent on drugs, alcohol or gambling are “shaped by fear, shame and judgment”.Catherine, who is a patron of the charity Forward Trust supporting recovering addicts, said more open conversations were needed to bring the issue “out of the shadows” and for society to show “compassion and love” to those affected. Continue reading...

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13 h. ago Princess of Wales urges society to show 'compassion and love' to those battling addictions in poignant message to mark awareness week

The Princess of Wales said society's experience of addiction was 'shaped by fear, shame and judgement', urging people to have open conversations.

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13 h. ago Kate Middleton calls for ‘compassion and love’ ahead of emotional campaign

The Princess of Wales has called for change as she sent a poignant message in support of Addiction Awareness Week, pleading for ‘kindness and understanding’ for those struggling

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13 h. ago Princess of Wales urges people to 'show compassion' for addicts

Kate warned experience of addiction is "shaped by fear, shame and judgement". She urged people to bring the issue "out of the shadows," for Addiction Awareness Week.

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13 h. ago Kate calls for end to stigma around addiction to mark Addiction Awareness Week

The Princess of Wales launched the first Addiction Awareness Week in 2021 on behalf of the Forward Trust, a charity supporting recovering addicts

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13 h. ago Princess Kate calls for more compassion and love for addicts as she blasts 'stigma'

The Princess of Wales is patron for addiction charity the Forward Trust and has delivered a timely message to mark Addiction Awareness Week, which starts today

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22 h. ago Prince George's new school 'already decided' after important decision by Kate Middleton

With the second in line to the throne set to attend secondary school next September, royal expert Jennie Bond believes that George’s schooling fate has been sealed by one major determination by the Princess of Wales

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28 h. ago Martin Kemp’s son reveals surprise item Kate Middleton took after she visited their home

Martin Kemp's son, Roman, has opened up about the Princess of Wales' surprising friendship with his famous family after the future Queen visited the I'm A Celebrity star's home

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30 h. ago Kate Middleton photographer reveals how to nail family photo with simple trick

A celebrity photographer who has worked with the Prince and Princess of Wales has shared the secret to capturing the perfect family portrait ahead of the festive season

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37 h. ago Kate Middleton's stark warning about 'physically present but mentally absent' parents

The Princess of Wales’ early years centre is giving £100,000 of research funding to find solutions to help parents tackle the problems caused at home by the ever-increasing number of gadgets

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37 h. ago Kate’s early years centre to fund research into tackling ‘technoference’

The study chosen will receive £100,000 in funding and work with families to understand when and why the issue occurs.

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43 h. ago Kate Middleton's unwavering 'determination' after 'awful pressure'

The Princess of Wales made an impassioned and heartfelt speech which revealed where her priorities lie and explained why she hopes to trigger a massive change for the better

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46 h. ago Diana, Princess of Wales' former designer Paul Costelloe dead at 80

The designer and artist was famous for his collections showcased in London Fashion Week for more than 35 years

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3 d. ago Sainsbury’s shoppers get Kate Middleton’s look with £18 blouse 'perfect' for Christmas parties

The Princess of Wales has a penchant for a pussybow blouse, and now, Sainsbury's Tu Clothing is offering Christmas partygoers a chance to recreate her look for less

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3 d. ago Kate Middleton reveals unusual secret that is key to her lighter hair colour

During a candid conversation at the Royal Variety Performance, the Princess of Wales shared how she achieved her blonde-tinged locks after her new style caused a frenzy with royal fans

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3 d. ago This is modern Britain – where a princess pleading for children’s rights seems almost radical | Gaby Hinsliff

It is uncomfortable to watch royals appealing to the nation’s best instincts while an elected government feels compelled to chase our worstEvery child has the right to feel safe, loved and as if they belong.Put like that, there is nothing remotely radical about what the Princess of Wales used her first public speech since recovering from cancer to say: that families need consistently nurturing environments to flourish; that the world could actually use a bit more tenderness; that we are all responsible for the culture in which future generations grow up; and that (as she told an audience of blue-chip employers) caring for others is work deserving of respect. It’s the reasons why those motherhood-and-apple-pie values don’t always prevail in real life, rather than the values themselves, that are generally too contentious for the carefully apolitical royals. Yet what were once safe, bland nothings are increasingly no longer so – and not just because of the awkward shadow now cast over ...

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3 d. ago Jessie J opens up on her hug with Princess of Wales: 'It was lovely to give another mama a hug, and say I see you'

Singer and Kate shared emotional hug at Royal Variety Performance after cancer battles

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3 d. ago MP tells colleagues he was raped as he calls for end to stigma around victims

Labour's Josh Newbury told the Commons he woke up in his hotel room with another man after blacking out while drunk on a night out in an unfamiliar city and "felt guilty afterwards"

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3 d. ago Kate Middleton shares emotional hug with Jessie J at Royal Variety Show after cancer journeys

The Princess of Wales and singer Jessie J shared a sweet moment and hug at the Royal Variety Performance at the Royal Albert Hall, prompted by their shared experience of cancer

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3 d. ago Kate Middleton stuns in green velvet dress at Royal Variety Performance

The Princess of Wales never fails to leave a memorable impression at the Royal Variety Performance.

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