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Kate Middleton after the Princess of Wales announced she was being treated for cancer. The First Minister joined other Scottish political leaders in sending messages of support to the Duchess of Rothesay - as she is known when in
Scotland - following the shock update on her health . The SNP leader said: "I'm deeply saddened to hear the news about the Duchess of Rothesay. "I am praying for her swift recovery. It must be an incredibly difficult time for the whole family. Royalty or otherwise, she has a right to privacy, which I hope will be respected." In a statement published at 6pm, the Princess said: "In January, I underwent major abdominal surgery in
London and at the time, it was thought that my condition was non-cancerous. "The surgery was successful. However, tests after the operation found
cancer had been present. My medical team therefore advised that I should undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy and I am now in the early stages of that treatment." Read More Related Articles Scottish Government can still meet poverty targets, says senior minister Read More Related Articles Stephen Flynn demands
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Labour leader, described the video statement shared by the Princess as "courageous". He added: "My thoughts are with her, her husband and children, and all of the Royal Family. We wish her a full and speedy recovery." SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn said he had “no doubt” that the Princess of Wales’ words will be “of comfort and support to others” facing a battle against cancer. The MP said: "We all know the suffering and distress that a cancer diagnosis brings to individuals, their families and
Friends. “I wish Kate well in her battle, and have no doubt that her words will be of comfort and support to others facing their own.” Rishi Sunak said the Princess of Wales has "the love and support of the whole country". The Prime Minister added: "She has shown tremendous bravery with her statement. "When it comes to matters of health, like everyone else, she must be afforded privacy to focus on her treatment and be with her loving family." Scottish politics Health boards blow millions on taxis Labour conference braced for
protests SNP lost thousands of members in 2023 Matheson urged to reject pay-out Keir Starmer said the Princess of Wales has “the love and support of not just her whole family, but the whole nation too” during this “distressing time”. The Labour leader criticised “lurid speculation” in relation to Kate as he stressed that she was entitled to privacy as she continues her treatment. He said in a statement: “On behalf of the whole Labour Party, I want to send my very best wishes to Her Royal Highness at this distressing time. Our thoughts are with the whole
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