The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have paid tribute to Dame Deborah James following “the heartbreaking news” of her death, saying: “Deborah was an inspirational and unfalteringly brave woman whose legacy will live on.”
Dame Deborah James has been hailed for the “tremendous legacy” she leaves behind for her tireless campaigning and the spotlight she shone in raising awareness for bowel cancer.
In a personal signed message on Twitter, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge said: “We are so sad to hear the heartbreaking news about Dame Deborah. Our thoughts are with her children, her family and her loved ones.
