While Kate Middleton continues to be the driving force behind the Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood and its associated Business Taskforce, Kensington Palace reports that she will not be resuming work in the near future.
Catherine, Princess of Wales, disclosed in March that she is battling an unspecified form of cancer and is currently undergoing medical treatment, including preventative chemotherapy. Despite her absence, her task force, emphasizing the significance of early childhood years and striving for enduring societal transformation by providing children with a solid foundation in life, released a new report on Tuesday. The report urges businesses to increase investment in children's early years by offering employee support such as flexible working hours for parents and assistance with childcare.
Despite being briefed on the report and kept informed about her foundation's progress, Kensington Palace stated to the BBC that Kate is not expected to resume work until she receives clearance from her medical team. Her spokesman emphasized that early childhood will remain a central focus of her public engagements.
Prince William recently mentioned that Kate is "doing well" amid her treatment.
Following her announcement in January about undergoing an abdominal procedure and subsequent discovery of cancer, Kate has requested privacy for herself, William, and their three children. The family opted for private time together rather than attending the traditional Easter Sunday service, demonstrating Kate's commitment to her advice on mindful parenting.
Emma Franklin from Deloitte, who contributed to the newly released report, highlighted the significance of "parenting out loud" in the workplace. This entails setting boundaries such as refraining from responding to work messages during time off and openly discussing the challenges of being a working parent. The report underscores that leading by example in this regard can pave the way for generational change in the future.