Tour Fiasco: William & Kate Forced to Make Major PR Changes

William and Kate's 2022 tour of the Caribbean was marked by protests and controversy.

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The royals canceled an event in Belize after locals gathered in objection to their planned visit.

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William and Kate are changing their royal duties after the tour, including being more polite in public.

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They plan to take a more service-based attitude and rip up the royal handbook.

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William granted Kate the title of Colonel of the Irish Guards in light of King Charles reassigning several titles in 2022.

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With Charles set to lead the royal family, William and Kate will play a larger role in the monarchy.

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The couple has already started to implement changes in their public events.

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Experts believe William and Kate will continue to make major changes following their Caribbean tour.

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