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[CULTURE] · United Kingdom, Italy · 2 sources

Prince William hails Catherine's successful Italy trip and family support

Prince William told Heart Radio that his family "couldn't cope" without Catherine and expressed great pride in her first overseas engagement since her cancer diagnosis. The Princess of Wales spent two days in Reggio Emilia, Italy, promoting early years education and the work of the Centre for Early Childhood, a foundation she launched in 2021. William praised her preparation, noting she "spends God knows how much time" on paperwork and called her "an amazing mum and wife".

During the same visit, William opened a new hospital facility on the Isles of Scilly and inspected a site for ten sustainable homes being built by the Duchy of Cornwall. He highlighted the importance of local healthcare access and the housing project aimed at supporting long‑term island residents. Both royals are managing a gradual return to public duties while ensuring Catherine’s health and rest.

The comments reflect the royal family's efforts to balance personal health challenges with public responsibilities, particularly in early childhood advocacy and regional development projects.