The Duchess of Cambridge was elegant in a £1,420 baby pink Alexander McQueen blazer as she hosted a round-table discussion on the importance of early childhood development and its links to mental health with senior government ministers today.
Kate Middleton, 40, appeared in high spirits as she arrived at the Royal Institution in London earlier this morning, where she met with Sajid Javid, Health SecretaryWill Quince (families minister), representatives of the early-years sector and officials of the Department for Education and Health and Social Care.
The occasion saw her wear a crisp white t-shirt paired with matching pants and a blazer. Meanwhile she finished her look with a dazzling jewellery set, opting for her pair of £3,750 Mappin & Webb ‘Empress’ Diamond Carriage Earrings and her matching £2,000 Empress Mini White Gold & Diamond Pendant Necklace.
This mother-of-3 swept her hair back and displayed her natural beauty using a basic make-up look. She used a combination of a lightweight foundation and pink lipstick.
Roundtable discussions focused on the Centre’s future research into early childhood development and new findings showing that 91% of respondents agree early years are crucial to shaping children’s lives.
Since joining the Royal Family, The Duchess has supported the cause. She was instrumental in a pioneering study about perceptions of childhood and the social impact it had on society that took place in 2020.
While hosting a roundtable discussion about early childhood development with high-ranking ministers, the Duchess of Cambridge looked chic in a baby rose blazer.
The elegant baby pink suit was teamed with matching suede heels in the Royal Mother-of-Three’s (left, right) at the Roundtable Today.
Kate Middleton appeared in high spirits as she arrived at the Royal Institution in London earlier this morning, where she hosted the roundtable (left and right)
The Duchess listened attentively as Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Sajid Javid spoke during the roundtable earlier today
Kate is close to Alexander McQueen. She has worn British fashion house’s clothes on many occasions including her 2011 wedding.
The diamond set remains a favorite of Duchess. She regularly wears the jewels together and separately for royal engagements.
During the meeting the Duchess seemed animated and engaged as she talked to the ministers of government on the subject, frequently referring back to the notes contained in her folder.
Speaking ahead of the meeting, Kate said: ‘Our experiences in early childhood fundamentally impact our whole life and set the foundation for how we go on to thrive as individuals, with one another, as a community and as a society.
‘The findings published today present us with a huge opportunity and demonstrate there is real appetite from the public to bring this issue up all of our agendas.
‘There is more we can all do – every member of society can play a key role, whether that is directly with a child or by investing in the adults around them – the parents, the carers, the early years workforce and more.’
The Duchess of Cambridge was seen smiling as she chatted (pictured).
She donned a smart white t-shirt for the occasion, which she paired with the £1,420 baby pink Alexander McQueen blazer and matching trousers
Her centre’s new research showed that 71% of respondents believe that early-years development should be a higher priority. The Duchess of Cambridge today.
Kate has an intimate relationship with Alexander McQueen, having worn British fashion house designs at a number of occasions including her wedding in 2011. She chose a pink suit today from the brand (left and right).
Her centre’s new research showed that 70% of respondents believe that early childhood development should be a higher priority in society.
Meanwhile 55 per cent of the public recognise that future mental health is the most likely part of adult life to be affected by one’s early years, followed by the ability to create and maintain relationships and future happiness.
After consulting with experts in the field and academics, the duchess created her research center.
The Ipso research commissioned by her Centre for Early Childhood shows that informal groups are the key source of support for parents, with more than half of parents of children aged 0 to five stating their family or friends were the best source of information on their child’s emotional and social development.
Despite all of this, parents are still more likely to seek out information and advice on their child’s physical health than they are on their social or emotional development, with 35 per cent asking for advice on nutrition, while just 21 per cent seek advice on the development of social skills.
Kelly Beaver, chief executive of Ipsos UK and Ireland, which carried out the polling of over 4,000 UK adults from April 21 to May 5, added: ‘Although the majority of us agree that the experiences people have in childhood can have a significant impact on their future, a minority of Britons recognise the unique importance of the first five years of a child’s life.’
Kate was beaming as she chatted with government ministers, including Health Minister Sajid Javid (left and right) as well as Dr Alain Gregoire (second left) and Chief Executive of Ipsos Kelly Beaver
The royal appeared engaged as she chatted with Sajid while as she hosts a roundtable with Government ministers and the Early Years sector to mark the release of new research from the Royal Foundation Centre
While he was speaking with the Duchess of Cambridge during today’s roundtable, the Health Secretary can be seen gesturing.
Ahead of the roundtable today, Chief Executive of Ipsos Kelly Beaver spoke of how only a ‘minority of Britons’ recognise the ‘unique importance of the first five years of a child’s life’
The Duchess wore one of her favourite jewellery sets for the occasion, opting for her Mappin & Webb ‘Empress’ necklace and earrings
This mother-of-3 drew her hair back and showed her natural beauty using a basic make-up look. She used a combination of a lightweight foundation and pink lipstick.
‘These formative years are crucial in the emotional, social and physical development of every child and this critical new research, for The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood, provides the opportunity for society to ignite a discussion about how parents and children can be better supported during this period.’
Camilla Tominey is the Daily Telegraph’s royal correspondent. She claims the Duchess knew right away that Princess Diana’s landmine campaign was something she would champion.
She was first to be a patron for Action on Addiction. Her role is one of charity that helps those with addiction and drug problems.
The Duchess visited Hope House in Clapham (south west London) on a number of occasions, including one under-the-radar visit.
Rebecca Priestley was Kate’s private secretary and accompanied her for five years. She said that these trips were pivotal in Kate choosing the early years of her childhood to be one of her main pillars.
Kate formed a steering team in 2018 to examine the connection between childhood experience and adult behavior. They hope that their results and other research will inspire a “nationwide discussion” on the topic, raising awareness about how the first five year of a child’s life can impact the rest of the 50-year period.
Kate had previously spoken about her interest in early childhood during a historic speech, following the completion of her Five Big Questions on Under Fives survey that received more than 500,000 responses.
The Duchess has made early-year development a passion project in recent years. She spends a lot of time and effort on the region (pictured right and left today).
The discussion was animated by the royal as she talked about early years development which she has been passionate about since joining The Firm.
The three-year-old mother of three, who is currently moving her family from London into Berkshire with her children, was very positive during today’s meeting
Since her time with the Royal Family, the Duchess has been a champion for the cause and led a groundbreaking study in 2020 on early childhood perceptions and their societal impacts.
She explained that people often question why she is so passionate about the first years. Many people mistakenly think that I am interested in having my own children.
“While it is true that I am passionate about my children’s early years, this actually makes the problem less important. We are not expecting people to be interested in their early years until they are married. This is a mistake.
The early years do not just concern how you raise your children. It is also about how you raise “the next generation” of adults and what kind of society they will create.
Kate stressed the longevity of her work in her 2020 keynote speech. She said: “It’s brave to believe in an outcomes – even in a world – that may not fully feel for a generation.”
The big win is what you are doing. This is for happier, healthier societies and happier, more healthy children.
During the roundtable today, Health Secretary Sajid Javid could be seen making notes as he chatted to the Duchess about her early years research
Roundtable was hosted by the royal (right), alongside Health Secretary Sajid javid (left), and families minister Will Quince. Representatives from early years and health and social care officials as well as representatives from both the Department for Education and Department for Health and Social Care also attended.
Kate shares a strong connection with Alexander McQueen. Kate wore Alexander McQueen designs at many events, including her wedding in 2011. (pictured: wearing a pink blazer by the British fashion brand).
The Royal Foundation’s “five big questions about the under-fives” poll, which was conducted by Ipsos MORI, attracted more than 50 million people. It produced the highest-ever public response to any survey.
Kate described the experience as a’milestone moment.’ It will shape her future efforts in early-years development, which sources claim will last for her entire life.
She is here today as Prince William and she prepare for the move of their families into four-bedroom homes on Windsor’s estate.
According to reports, the Duke and Duchess are planning to move their family from Kensington in west London to Adelaide Cottage, Berkshire, in an effort to get closer to Queen Elizabeth II.
The Cambridge’s Grade II-listed new retreat was reconstructed in 1831. It is located just steps from Windsor Castle and St George’s Chapel.
Majesty Magazine’s editor-in chief, Ingrid Seward said that “The Queen requires more people like William around him.” She’s often left to her own devices, so it will delight William, Kate, and her three great grandchildren that they will all be only ten minutes from her. The activities that the family could engage in during the week at Kensington Palace were limited.
Among those who joined the royal at the roundtable were Chief Executive of Ipsos Kelly Beaver (left) and Minister for Families Will Quince (right)
A favorite of Duchess is the diamond jewelry set. The royals regularly wear the jewels individually and together for royal engagements.
Mother-of-three, the mother of three, swept her hair away from her face and showcased her natural beauty by wearing a minimal make-up look that paired a thin layer foundation with pink lipstick and smokey brown eyes.
A roundtable was held by the mother-of-3 with government ministers and representatives from Early Years to celebrate the publication of new research at the Royal Foundation Centre
The family has spoken out to say that the Cambridges sought to live closer to Queen Elizabeth 96 (who is suffering episodic mobility issues) and to ensure their three children attended a quality school.
George, Charlotte (7/7), and Louis (4/4) will all be expelled from their Battersea prep school and they are expected to return home in September when school starts in the local area.
The senior royals, along with their five-strong families, will see a new beginning as they cement their position among The Firm’s most powerful members.
The Sun was told by a source that Kate and William had been looking for a smaller home to begin their lives in Windsor. Adelaide Cottage, a 4-bedroom house with no living-in staff, fits the bill.
They had only one desire: a nice family home, close to schools and near the Queen.
They insisted they wouldn’t accept anything extravagant, renovations or additional security as it would be too burdensome for the taxpayer.’