She told the Greenock Telegraph:<\/a>
\n\u201cIt was a profound honour to share this moment of reflection, hope
\nand renewal with His Royal Highness.<\/p>\n\u201cAt Moving On Inverclyde, we see every day how recovery is
\nnurtured through care, connection and belief in what comes next.
\nThis sapling will stand as a lasting reminder that even after loss,
\ngrowth is still possible.\u201d<\/p>\n
Edward was introduced to the charity\u2019s staff and Inverclyde
\nCouncil horticultural team, including apprentices Jack McKerracher
\nand Lewis McGhee, who assisted in the ceremonial planting. Lewis,
\n18, described the experience as an unexpected but memorable part of
\nhis apprenticeship.<\/p>\n
Members of the public were delighted by the royal visit. Local
\nresident Christine Currie said, \u201cWe were just out for a walk and I
\ncouldn\u2019t believe it. It is unbelievable. Prince Edward looks great
\nand he seemed to enjoy talking to everyone.\u201d<\/p>\n
The day also included a tour of the Beacon Arts Centre and a
\ncelebration of local talent as part of the Inverclyde Music
\nFestival, highlighting the role of the arts in community
\ncohesion.<\/p>\n
Moving On Inverclyde, established 24 years ago, supports
\nindividuals and families affected by problematic substance use. The
\nnewly planted sapling will continue to grow in Battery Park as a
\nliving reminder that, even after loss, hope and renewal can take
\nroot and flourish.<\/p>\n
Prince Edward\u2019s visit comes amid his recent public comments on
\nthe Jeffrey Epstein files, emphasising that the focus should remain
\non the victims. He is the first royal to publicly address the
\ncontroversy, underscoring his commitment to supporting those
\naffected rather than the notoriety surrounding the scandal
\ninvolving his brother, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.<\/p>\n
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