Duke and Duchess of Cambridge announce second pregnancy
Wednesday, September 10, 2014
Kensington Palace announced on Monday that Kate, Duchess of Cambridge, is pregnant with a second child after the onset of acute morning sickness led to her cancelling an engagement at Oxford University, where the couple were due to open a new centre for the study of China.
Prime Minister David Cameron expressed his congratulations: "Many congratulations to the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. I'm delighted by the happy news that they're expecting another baby."
Leader of the Opposition Ed Miliband also congratulated the couple: "Fantastic to hear that Prince George will soon be a big brother. Congratulations to the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on their happy news."
A number of media outlets speculate the announcement of the Royal baby may influence the outcome of the Scottish independence referendum later this month, suggesting it may encourage people to vote to stay in the Union.
Sources
- Janet Davison. "Scotland's referendum: How the next royal baby could sway it" — CBC, September 9, 2014
- Olivia Goldhill. "Kate Middleton pregnant: Could Scottish royal baby fever keep the union together?" — The Telegraph, September 8, 2014
- "Royal baby: Prince William and Kate expecting second child" — BBC News, September 8, 2014