This is a full timeline of Kate’s health journey in 2024 so far. The Princess’s saga begins in January when she is secretly admitted to The London Clinic for abdominal surgery. Kensington Palace reveals that the princess has had “planned abdominal surgery” and estimates that she will spend the next 10 to 14 days in hospital.

The 42-year-old British royal held a meeting at Windsor Castle about her early childhood project, according to the Court Circular, which lists royal engagements.

Catherine is believed to have started carrying out some work from home, but this is "the first official meeting to appear under her name in 2024", said The Times. Health permitting, Catherine "will attend more meetings to assess the progress of her projects with the royal foundation".