Prince William has made his first public appearance following Princess Kate’s announcement that she has completed her chemotherapy treatment.

The Prince of Wales was in Llanelli to carry out engagements celebrating Welsh sport and culture.

Princess Kate was at the forefront of those who turned out to see the future King as they waited at the gates of Swiss Valley Community Primary School, Prince William’s first stop of the day.

The future King thanked well-wishers, among whom was Jane Stoneman, who handed him a card for Princess Kate. Ms Stoneman reported her brief exchange with Prince William, recalling to PEOPLE magazine: “I said it was great to see Kate was better and recovering. I told him I enjoyed the video and asked him to give her the card and all my love.” William, Ms Stoneman recalled, replied with a seven-word remark, saying: “She is better. Thank you very much”.

During his visit to the school, the Prince of Wales met with 10-year-old Ruby Davies, who won the solo recitation at this year’s Urdd Eisteddfod, an annual cultural festival.

She told the PA news agency she felt “amazing” after meeting the prince and that it was something she would “treasure forever”.

Prince William told the youngster that he had seen her performance and that it was “very impressive”.

He added: “You’re going to have to teach me how to speak Welsh.”

Yesterday, the family released a video in which the future Queen explained that she had completed her treatment but that she would remain standing with those still battling the disease.

The video, which also featured William and their three children, showed the family enjoying some down time in the countryside as the Princess of Wales described the importance of family and her gratitude for their support throughout.

Later on Tuesday, William visited the Welsh Air Ambulance Headquarters before finishing the day at Parc y Scarlets, home of the Scarlets rugby union team as he celebrated the contribution of current and former Welsh female rugby players.

The appearance was an opportunity for the prince to learn about the missing caps campaign ahead of the 2025 Women’s World Cup.

The aim of the campaign is to recognise players who missed out on caps when they played for Wales.