Veteran falls over on Prince William and Kate's visit to Essex

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge help a veteran back up onto his feet after he fell over on their visit to Stewards Academy in Harlow, Essex.
By The Newsroom
Published 16th Sep 2016, 11:59 BST
Updated 5th Oct 2016, 14:43 BST
The Duke of Cambridge comes to the aid of Jonathan Douglas-Hughes, Vice Lord-Lieutenant of Essex when he took a tumble as he arrived at Stewards Academy in Harlow, EssexThe Duke of Cambridge comes to the aid of Jonathan Douglas-Hughes, Vice Lord-Lieutenant of Essex when he took a tumble as he arrived at Stewards Academy in Harlow, Essex
The Duke of Cambridge comes to the aid of Jonathan Douglas-Hughes, Vice Lord-Lieutenant of Essex when he took a tumble as he arrived at Stewards Academy in Harlow, Essex

The Duke of Cambridge came to the aid of the Queen's representative in Essex when he took a tumble during a royal visit.

William and others rushed to help Jonathan Douglas-Hughes, vice lord-lieutenant of Essex, when he appeared to slip on wet pavement.

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The Duke and Duchess had just arrived at Stewards Academy in Harlow for a visit when the mishap happened.

The Duke of Cambridge comes to the aid of Jonathan Douglas-Hughes, Vice Lord-Lieutenant of Essex when he took a tumble as he arrived at Stewards Academy in Harlow, EssexThe Duke of Cambridge comes to the aid of Jonathan Douglas-Hughes, Vice Lord-Lieutenant of Essex when he took a tumble as he arrived at Stewards Academy in Harlow, Essex
The Duke of Cambridge comes to the aid of Jonathan Douglas-Hughes, Vice Lord-Lieutenant of Essex when he took a tumble as he arrived at Stewards Academy in Harlow, Essex

Mr Douglas-Hughes, who was wearing his ceremonial uniform complete with sword, fell backwards as the Duke was introduced to local dignitaries.

A gasp went up from around 30 well-wishers as he landed on his back and he was helped to his feet by William and others.

Mr Douglas-Hughes turned to William and said "Sorry about that", and the Duke replied "No, it's all right".

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