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Duke of Cambridge to visit Christchurch
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has welcomed news that the Duke of Cambridge will visit New Zealand on behalf of Her Majesty The Queen to honour the victims of the Christchurch mosques terror attack.
The visit will be in late
April.
“I am mindful that the trauma in Christchurch
will last long after the National Remembrance Service this
week,” Jacinda Ardern said.
“I’m sure all New
Zealanders but especially the Muslim community of
Christchurch will appreciate seeing the compassion and
support, that has been so tangibly demonstrated since the
attack, continue into the future.
“Prince William has a
strong connection with the people of Canterbury since his
visits here following the Christchurch earthquakes.
“I’m really pleased that he can make a short visit to support those affected by the attack and pay tribute to the extraordinary compassion and solidarity that New Zealanders have displayed in recent weeks.
“The
visit will be another sign that this nation will always
stand with those affected by the terror attacks, and the
people of Christchurch,” Jacinda Ardern said.
Further
details of the dates and programme will be announced in due
course.
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