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Savage, C. (2026, October 9). William delights Belfast woman’s mother in surprise Facetime call. Evening Standard. https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/the-prince-prince-of-wales-belfast-prince-william-commons-b1300210.html
Savage, Claudia. “William delights Belfast woman’s mother in surprise Facetime call.” Evening Standard, 9 Oct. 2026, https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/the-prince-prince-of-wales-belfast-prince-william-commons-b1300210.html.
Savage, Claudia. “William delights Belfast woman’s mother in surprise Facetime call.” Evening Standard, October 9, 2026. https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/the-prince-prince-of-wales-belfast-prince-william-commons-b1300210.html.
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On a recent visit to Belfast, Prince William surprised a woman by speaking with her mother via Facetime during an event at the Commons, a regenerated church turned community center. He greeted Angela warmly, saying they missed her absence. The prince also engaged with local children in their school uniforms and complimented a pumpkin early for Halloween, bringing laughter from the crowd. Accompanied by Kate, William visited projects focusing on homelessness at the Commons, which hosted Ceili dances and free evening meals to foster community bonding. Security was tight along Ormeau Road, with PSNI officers ensuring perimeter safety. David and Jill Hines, directors of the Commons, noted that they had just handed over a new extension to the church space before the royal visit. The couple’s engagement highlighted their interest in using their influence for social good.
