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Russell Myers

Kate Middleton and Prince William told Jamaica ditching monarchy as they tour PM's home

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have held an official meeting with Jamaica’s Prime Minister Andrew Holness, who made clear his country's intention to break away from the British monarchy.

The royal couple were welcomed to Jamaica House in Kingston by Mr Holness and his wife Juliet, and introduced to cabinet members including Marlene Malahoo Forte, Minister for Legal Affairs, Robert Morgan, Minister without Portfolio, Floyd Green, Minister without Portfolio, Office of the Prime Minister and Audrey Sewell, Permanent Secretary, Office of the Prime Minister.

After signing the visitors’ book in the lobby, William and Kate were taken inside for a private meeting with Mr Holness, who told the couple: “We are very very happy to have you and I hope you will have seen the warm welcome of the people.

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