Prince marks milestone for cancer charity

THE Prince of Wales has visited a cancer support charity as it celebrates its 30th year.
The Prince of Wales speaks with volunteers during a tour of CLAN Cancer SupportThe Prince of Wales speaks with volunteers during a tour of CLAN Cancer Support
The Prince of Wales speaks with volunteers during a tour of CLAN Cancer Support

Charles, who has the title Duke of Rothesay while in Scotland, met volunteers, staff and patients at Clan Cancer Support in Aberdeen.

He was greeted by Lord Provost of Aberdeen George Adam and Aberdeen City Council chief executive Valerie Watts as he arrived at the centre in Westburn Road.

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The charity offers free comfort, support and information to anyone affected by cancer. It moved to the new site in November 2011.

Set up in 1983, it celebrated 30 years on September 25.

Charles met volunteers at the centre’s drop-in area and chatted with Clan Cancer’s hairdresser before touring the library. He was shown the children and families’ department by chief executive Debbie Thomson and met service users.

Charles, who wore a kilt of Stewart Hunting Ancient tartan, spoke with patients receiving complementary therapies 
and observed a relaxation session.

He also toured the adjacent Clan Haven accommodation for patients and their families who travel from outside Aberdeen for appointments and treatments in the city’s hospitals.

He later unveiled a plaque to mark his visit.

Charles said: “I have nothing but the greatest admiration for all those who play such an important part in delivering these vital services.”