Channel Island officials send well wishes to Princess of Wales following cancer diagnosis

Many key figures in the Channel Islands have sent their well wishes to the Princess of Wales following news of her cancer treatment.

Kate made the personal announcement explaining her diagnosis on Friday (22 March), months after she disappeared from public view and amid intense speculation after she underwent abdominal surgery in January.

Among those sharing their hopes for the Princess to make a quick recovery is Jersey's Bailiff Sir Timothy Le Cocq who said: "As an island, we are behind her and her family and offer them our support and best wishes at this challenging time."

Jersey's Chief Minister, Deputy Lyndon Farnham, added: "My thoughts are with the Princess of Wales and her family following her cancer diagnosis. I join our island community in wishing her a full and speedy recovery."

Guernsey's Chief Minister, Deputy Lyndon Trott, shared a similar sentiment: "On behalf of Guernsey, I would like to extend our very best wishes ... I admire the bravery she has shown in her public statement."

Messages for the Princess have been flooding in worldwide following her announcement.

Kate and William say they are "enormously touched" by the outpouring of support.

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