Prince William has apologised for his hoarse voice during a royal engagement on Thursday. The Duke of Cambridge, 42, acknowledged his vocal strain while delivering a speech on ending homelessness, following England’s achievement in the European Championship final the night before. He said: “I’m hoarse after last night,” adding excitement over “an incredible goal.”
During an event in Brixton to celebrate the first year of his Homewards project, William spent more than an hour interacting with sector experts, urging them to provide guidance on effective solutions for homelessness. The project, which was piloted in six UK regions, encourages collaboration between local experts to tackle homelessness holistically, he said. GB News.
Addressing guests from charities, local authorities and people with first-hand experience of homelessness, the Duke urged them to use Homewards as a valuable resource and support.
In his speech, William acknowledged that “demonstrating that homelessness is not an inevitable part of our society will take time.” However, he highlighted the progress made by Homewards in the first of its five years as a “powerful reminder to everyone of what can be achieved when we work together towards a shared goal.”
Prince William’s commitment to tackling homelessness reflects his broader philanthropic approach, which stresses the importance of community-driven efforts and collaboration. His raspy voice did little to diminish the impact of his message, which resonated widely with those in attendance.
As the Homewards project continues to develop, the Duke of Cambridge’s involvement and advocacy is expected to play a crucial role in raising awareness and driving action to tackle homelessness across the UK.