King Charles has said he is "delighted" that Princess Kate will be attending Trooping the Colour celebrations tomorrow - in what marks her first public appearance since Christmas Day 2023.

In a statement released on social media on Friday evening, the Princess of Wales issued a rare public update on her health, which talked up her expectations for tomorrow - as well as her hopes for more engagements across the summer.

Kate said: "My treatment is ongoing and will be for a few more months.

"On the days I feel well enough, it is a joy to engage with school life, spend personal time on the things that give me energy and positivity, as well as starting to do a little work from home.

Kate said she hopes to be able "to join a few public engagements over the summer" - while the King is reportedly "delighted" with her expected presence tomorrow

"I'm looking forward to attending The King's Birthday Parade this weekend with my family and hope to join a few public engagements over the summer, but equally knowing I am not out of the woods yet."

In reaction to the news, the King said he was "delighted" by the news.

A Buckingham Palace spokesperson said: "His Majesty is delighted that the Princess is able to attend tomorrow's events, and is much looking forward to all elements of the day."