The start of Kate and Prince William’s third day in Ireland was delayed by a helicopter problem, according to the Daily Express’ royal correspondent Richard Palmer. He wrote on Twitter: “The Cambridges are running late this morning because of a problem with their helicopter in Dublin. It’s a lovely day here in Galway so far.”  

The problem encountered by Kate and Prince William, the royal expert added shortly after, was fog. 

While it pushed back the start of their day packed with engagement, this delay should not change the schedule of the tail end of the royal tour to Ireland, the expert added.

He tweeted: “The Cambridges are on their way.

“They were delayed by fog but it sounds like their programme should continue as planned but just slightly late.”  

Kate and Prince William were due to arrive in Galway at approximately 10.20am to visit the city hosting a series of events this year to celebrate the European Capitan of Culture. 

Later this morning, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will visit a traditional Irish pub, where they will meet local Galwegians who volunteer to promote the city and its people. 

Kate and William have had their chance to taste a pint of Guinness beer, the traditional dark Irish dry stout, on their first night in Dublin. 

On Tuesday evening, Kate and William were the guests of the British ambassador to Ireland, who hosted a reception at the Guinness Storehouse. 

However, Prince William revealed he didn’t have the chance to drink a whole pint of Guinness.

The Duke and Duchess were enjoying a walk by the beautiful Howth coast when they met a group of royal fans, who asked whether they had enjoyed Guinness.

Prince William jokingly said: “I’ve had two sips so far.

“Every time [I’m about to] have a third it gets taken away from me!

“I’ll finish a pint by the time I leave.” 

While Kate and William had the chance to joke with their hosts and royal fans, the Cambridges have carried out engagements of great significance.  

On Tuesday, they visited the Garden of Remembrance, paying their respect to the Irishmen who make Ireland an independent country. 

Yesterday, Prince William delivered a powerful speech during a visit to the Museum of Literature where he spoke about the relationship between Ireland and the UK and Brexit.   

The Duke said: “Legal treaties are vital in underpinning the relationships between states.

“But relationships between people are equally, if not more essential, especially between the people of our two countries, whose lives, histories and futures are so deeply intertwined. 

“I am confident that friendship, understanding and a shared vision for a peaceful and prosperous future will ensure that the unique and precious bond between our people is not broken.

“My family is determined to continue playing our part in protecting, preserving and strengthening that bond.” 

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