King Charles and Princess Kate had celebrated their first joint cancer-related engagement at St James’s Palace, but Prince William was nowhere to be seen.
It seemed strange that the future king, who has been a great support during Kate’s health journey, was not at Catherine’s side, when Queen Camilla and the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester were also present.
A court circular had revealed that William had quietly departed for Scotland that day to attend another key mission at the monarch’s behest. Kensington Palace has now shared an update on the engagement.
The Prince of Wales, Commodore-in-Chief of the Submarine Service, joined Royal Navy submariners and their families on Tuesday 2 June to help mark the 125th anniversary of the Submarine Service in Scotland.
Kensington Palace shared highlights from their “eye-opening visit” which saw the future King tour the Vanguard-class submarine and all those who serve in the Submarine Service without discrimination.
William added that he was “proud” to hold this position in the service.
During the visit he presented the trainees with their golden dolphins, the badge signifying they have successfully completed training to become fully qualified Royal Navy submariners.
The delayed update on the commitment could be aimed at avoiding any clash of events. Cancer Research’s palace reception was an important and significant event for the royals and it is understood that the Firm kept the focus on the main event.
Similarly, it also gives due attention to William’s duty, which received a fair amount of attention.
