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Prince William writes of his mother Princess Diana's efforts to help homeless people in the magazine The Big Issue.

William added, "Ever since I came here [to The Passage] with my mother, homelessness has stuck with me as an issue I want to fight for. Anyone can sell The Big Issue, even a Prince!" Last week, with seller Dave Martin, William experienced first-hand what it is like to sell The Big Issue on the streets. He adds in the essay that he's set on introducing his children Prince George, 8, Princess Charlotte, 7, and 4-year-old Prince Louis to the cause when they're ready. But The Big Issue, perhaps now the most immediately recognizable of these organizations, has undeniably had an impact." "I was 11 when I first visited a homeless shelter with my mother, who in her own inimitable style was determined to shine a light on an overlooked, misunderstood problem," he writes.

The Duke of Cambridge has pledged ahead of his 40th birthday to continue "shining" a light on the "solvable issue" of homelessness - and to introduce his ...

PRINCE WILLIAM stunned royal fans as he shared his plans to follow in Princess Diana's footsteps with his children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and ...

Prince William shines." And Clarence House shared three pictures on the social media platform - one showing Prince Charles and Prince Philip, a second with the Duchess of Cornwall and her father Bruce Shand, and a third with the Prince of Wales surrounded by Harry and William during a break in Scotland. " And he said to be planning to involve his children in his work too, much as Princess Diana had done with him and Prince Harry in the 1990s. Kate and Prince William's official Twitter account, Kensington Royal, shared the cover of the latest edition of Big Issue, which features the Duke of Cambridge. The front cover shows the second-in-line to the throne posing for a picture with Dave Martin, an official seller of the magazine. PRINCE WILLIAM stunned royal fans as he shared his plans to follow in Princess Diana's footsteps with his children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.

The Duke of Cambridge writes about why he took to the streets to sell The Big Issue and why ending homelessness is a cause close to his heart.

It is an issue that can be solved, but that requires a continued focus and comprehensive support network. And despite all the progress, homelessness is still seen by many as some entrenched phenomenon over which we have little power. Its social business model has provided a means of making a living to 105,000 vendors who have earned over £144 million.

The Duke of Cambridge explains why he took to the streets of London to sell copies of the magazine typically sold by those who are homeless.

It is an issue that can be solved, but that requires a continued focus and comprehensive support network.” “And despite all the progress, homelessness is still seen by many as some entrenched phenomenon over which we have little power. “Looking back helps us to see how far we’ve come, but problems are fixed in the present,” he said.

Prince William wants to emulate his mother, Princess Diana, by introducing the causes close to his heart to his royal children George, Charlotte and Louis ...

It’s a privilege that many of us, busy with our days, don’t always afford. He continued: "We have to create a more supportive culture for each other where challenges don't have to live in the dark, where vulnerability is healthy and encouraged and, of course, where physical and mental health can be treated equally because they are one." The Duke of Cambridge plans to follow in his mother’s footsteps and introduce causes close to his heart to his children once they grow up.

The Duke of Cambridge has reflected on his experience working for The Big Issue undercover in London ahead of his 40th birthday.

The future King, who turns 40 tomorrow, has now revealed that he plans to expose his own children to the reality of homelessness. "I was 11 when I first visited a homeless shelter with my mother [Princess Diana], who in her own inimitable style was determined to shine a light on an overlooked, misunderstood problem," he writes. Prince William stunned fans after he was spotted selling The Big Issue magazine incognito on June 9, having swapped his usual formal attire for the signature red vest and cap and a pair of denim jeans.

The Duke of Cambridge revealed why he joined fellow vendors in central London to distribute the magazine.

I plan to do that now I’m turning 40, even more than I have in the past. The prince wrote: 'I was 11 when I first visited a homeless shelter with my mother, who in her own inimitable style was determined to shine a light on an overlooked, misunderstood problem. Last week, the Duke of Cambridge was spotted undercover in central London, distributing copies of The Big Issue - a street newspaper sold by struggling individuals in order to lift themselves out of poverty.

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Indeed, he has “the stature and confidence of a King-in-waiting,” according to Dickie Arbiter, a former press secretary for the Queen. Many feel that the passing of the crown from one elderly monarch (the Queen) to another (Charles) makes the institution seem archaic and out of touch with modern times. Others say they fully expect to see Charles take the throne. In order for the monarchy to survive, it is essential that it retains its relevance and the support of the younger generations, and having a younger monarch on the throne could be significant in achieving that. However, the popularity of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge is in stark contrast to that of William’s father and step-mother, the Prince of Wales and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall. As the son of The Prince and Princess of Wales, the baby boy immediately became second in line to the throne.

A handout picture released by Kensington Palace on June 18, 2022 shows Britain's Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, (C) posing for a photograph with his ...

“I know that this tour has brought into even sharper focus questions about the past and the future,” William said. Both on your website and other media. “Otherwise, you know, I suspect it really can’t survive.” It is about serving and supporting them in whatever way they think best.” “For us, that’s not telling people what to do. “Tonight has been full of such optimism and joy — and there is hope,” he said, as images of wildlife, oceans and jungles were projected on the walls of Buckingham Palace behind him.

The Duke of Cambridge has been given the go ahead to throw the party at the Queen's Windsor Castle home or Sandringham Estate later this summer.

It emerged today that The Queen and the Prince of Wales will now be the only royals whose birthdays will be marked in such a way. In a royal first, William will not have his birthday marked by the flying of Union flags on government buildings to mark the birthdays of senior royals, in the wake of Prince Andrew’s banishment from royal duties following his involvement in a sex abuse scandal. As well as senior royals including the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall, The Queen may attend William and Kate’s bash, in line with the royal tradition of celebrating decade milestones for senior members of the family.

Second in line to the throne, the Duke of Cambridge is celebrating his birthday on June 21.

William was made the Duke of Cambridge by the Queen on the morning of his wedding. Among the images is one of William on his first official royal tour when he joined his parents on a six-week trip to Australia and New Zealand when he was just nine months old in 1983. The images, from the PA news agency’s photo archive, show the second in line to the throne on family holidays with the Prince and Princess of Wales and playing bicycle polo with Prince Harry.

The Duke of Cambridge could see his life change in his next decade as he turns 40 this week.

“In the aftermath of Megxit, William has started to appreciate his father more and Charles trusts his son’s judgement more than ever,” said one insider. One said: “He and Kate are in the happiest period of their lives now, before the weight of the world lands on their shoulders. Despite an impending upheaval which will see William take on a range of new royal responsibilities The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are said to be “in the happiest period of their lives” according to a source.

He has yet to resume his role as a working royal. Among other working members of the Firm to have obtained honorary military honours and promotions to mark ...

I plan to do that now I’m turning 40, even more than I have in the past." The Duke of Cambridge's 40th birthday may be celebrated by the Queen with a new special military appointment. Prince William last donned his medals when he appeared on the balcony of Buckingham Palace alongside working royals and the Queen on June 2. And in February 2011 he was appointed Colonel of the Irish Guards. In August 2006 he was appointed Commodore-in-Chief of the Royal Navy Submarine Service and of Scotland. Among other working members of the Firm to have obtained honorary military honours and promotions to mark their birthday there has been Prince Charles.

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On his 40th birthday he has used the milestone to spotlight a homelessness charity. Over the years he has been a force for change though campaigns and bringing awareness to issues he cares about. He is married to The Duchess of Cambridge, Catherine, and together they have three children; Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.

Second in line to the throne, the Duke of Cambridge is celebrating his birthday on June 21.

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Pictured: Union Flag on a tower of Parliament Pictured is Sandringham Estate, where the royal couple could celebrate their 40th birthdays this summer It is reportedly a bid to save Prince Andrew from embarrassment.

PRINCE WILLIAM has been snapped with a Big Issue seller in a series of photos released on the eve of his 40th birthday.

He told the Big Issue seller: "I felt my birthday was a good opportunity. As well as the photo of the Duke with Dave Martin, a number of other photos were also released for the big day. PRINCE WILLIAM has been snapped with a Big Issue seller in a series of photos released on the eve of his 40th birthday.

William has been pictured with a Big Issue seller to celebrate his milestone birthday. | ITV National News.

He was made the Duke of Cambridge by his grandmother, the Queen, on the morning of his wedding. He weighed 7lb 1 1/2oz and was the firstborn son of heir to the throne, Charles, and the Princess of Wales. He was just 15 and his brother Harry, 12, and the pair walked behind the princess’s coffin during a funeral procession through London.

The Duke of Cambridge's break with tradition appears to show his reign will be different to monarchs before him.

The Duke agreed to trade sales for selfies with curious members of the public. He is becoming more comfortable with speaking out about issues that matter to the country, they said, and hopes to reflect the younger generation with a degree of openness about his life and opinions, as well as "reacting" publicly to current affairs. Joining Dave Martin, 60, an experienced seller, the pair sold 32 copies in a 45-minute session. His birthday and the public appetite for photographs and news at Royal family milestones was a "good opportunity" to "highlight something that matters to me", he said. The Duke, whose mother introduced him to homelessness charities when he was just 11 years old, pledged to use his birthday to “shine a spotlight on this solvable issue not just today, but in the months and years to come”. As he celebrates his 40th birthday on Tuesday, that message is unmistakable as he chooses a series of new portrait photographs displaying himself not as a future king, but on the street as a Big Issue seller.

The Duke's big birthday comes in the Queen's Platinum Jubilee year and at a time when his royal role becomes more prominent.

William is likely to mark his milestone birthday privately and it's thought Kate and their three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, who featured during the Queen's Platinum Jubilee weekend celebrations, will play a part. His milestone birthday comes in the Queen's Platinum Jubilee year and, mirroring his grandmother's commitment to duty and service, he has vowed to continue to raise the issue of homelessness in an article for the Big Issue. In another picture released to celebrate the duke's milestone, he is shown holding a pile of the magazines and, in the third image, is pictured sharing a laugh with someone who appears to be buying the publication.

PRINCE WILLIAM celebrates his 40th birthday today! Express.co.uk has collated all the best pictures of the future King in his youth as he marks the ...

Prince Charles and Princess Diana beamed with pride as they presented their newborn son Prince William of Wales to the world on June 22, 1982. From a beloved royal tot to a dashing Duke, William has remained an incredibly popular member of the Royal Family throughout his life. PRINCE WILLIAM celebrates his 40th birthday today!