World Mental Health Day Reception at Buckingham Palace

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry attended receptions at St James’s Palace and Buckingham Palace to celebrate World Mental Health Day on October 10th. This was the Duchess’ first appearance since she announced her third pregnancy last month

First, the Duke and Prince Harry host a reception at St James’s Palace to celebrate the impact of Heads Together, and to thank all those who played a key role in the success of the campaign. Guests included a number of the Heads Together runners, people who have shared their own mental health stories during the campaign including through the #oktosay film series, representatives from the Heads Together Charity Partners and The Royal Foundation, as well as those involved in the campaign’s delivery. Both the Duke and Prince gave speeches.

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In the evening, the Duke, Duchess and Prince Harry attended a reception at Buckingham Palace to celebrate the contribution of those working in the mental health sector across the UK. The event recognised the progress, hard work and dedication of those determined to raise awareness of mental health issues over many years. and provided an opportunity for the Royal Trio to thank those from the sector for the support they provide to so many going through difficult times in their lives. The Duke also delivered a short speech.

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The Duke of Cambridge wore a navy suit with a pink and blue dotted tie. The Duchess wore a Temperley London Eclipse Lace Collar Dress with her Kiki McDonough topaz earrings . Prince Harry wore a navy suit with a olive green tie.

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For more information on the Heads Together campaign, check out:

Prince Harry Podcast

Prince William and Lady Gaga for Heads Together

Duchess of Cambridge hosts Heads Together Runners

Royals open Global Academy

Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry reflect for Heads Together

Duke and Duchess of Cambridge at BBC Radio 1

London Marathon

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