Princess Royal’s surprise visit boosts morale in Afghanistan

The Princess spent time in Camp Bastion, the forces’ main base on March 1st, and met soldiers from a number of units including a group of military dog handlers. She was was welcomed by soldiers and officers of the Queen’s Own Gurkha Logistics Regiment, with a traditional battle display. She also met servicemen from 9 Regiment, Royal Logistic Corps and the Household Cavalry Regiment and toured the British field hospital.

The visit was said to have been a great morale boost for the troops.

Article: The Telegraph




Prince William says homelessness ‘tarnishes’ society

Prince William, who is patron for Centrepoint – a charity for homeless young people that he first visited with his mother – admitted that he has had a privileged upbringing but said his work with the group had given him a greater understanding of the issues involved.

In remarks focusing on the number of homeless people in London he said: “I realise that I am very fortunate. But through my involvement with Centrepoint, and talking with the disadvantaged young people it looks after, I feel I have an understanding of some of the issues surrounding homelessness, one of the many manifestations of poverty in this capital city.”

Article: The Telegraph | Daily Mail

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