William spoke to those involved in tackling homelessness as part of his Homewards initiative.

The Prince of Wales has spoken of his admiration for a woman who has overcome homelessness, praising her as a “force of nature”.

William was visiting the Nelson Trust in Newport, where local organisations had gathered to discuss approaches to preventing women’s homelessness in the Welsh city as part of his Homewards project.

The issue is reportedly rising in the city, with women more susceptible to experiencing so-called hidden homelessness compared to men, as they are less likely to rough sleep due to safety fears.

As part of his visit, William viewed portraits of six women forming the Women of Newport photography series, which aims to change perceptions about homelessness and demonstrate that recovery is possible.

He met five of the women, including Rebecca, who described how she had been in foster care from age 10 before being placed in a homeless hostel at the age of 16.

She talked about losing her former partner and her father within a short period, leading her to attempt suicide,........

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