Elsewhere in the Nub News network: The Duchess of Cornwall takes to Twickenham
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The Duchess of Cambridge is to become a regular visitor to the area as the new patron of England's Rugby Football Union.
Kate headed to Twickenham Stadium today - Wednesday - to meet players from the men's and women's squads as they prepare for the Six Nations championships.
The Duchess will also be in the stands at Twickenham for England's home games after taking over as Royal patron from Prince Harry.
She becomes the figurehead for both the Rugby Football Union and Rugby Football League.
Writing on social media, the duchess said: "I am so thrilled to become patron of the @TheRFL and @EnglandRugby.
"Two fantastic organisations who are committed to harnessing the power that sport can have in bringing communities together and helping individuals flourish.
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