James Middleton issues health update on Princess Kate after royal finishes chemotherapy

He was promoting his new book, Meet Ella, about how his beloved pet dog saved his life when he was depressed and suicidal.

Speaking to the news programme USA Today about his eldest sister, James said: "She’s doing ok."

He continued: "It’s not for me to share on her behalf, you know, how everything’s going.

"But she’s getting all the right support and focus that she needs.

"And like anything, it takes time to process."

James's comments come as Kate has begun to take small steps back into royal life.

The Princess of Wales, 42, has carried out engagements for her Early Years projects behind the scenes.

She has also been going to church with her family as she continues to recover from a difficult year.

Over the weekend, the mother-of-three was pictured arriving at Crathie Kirk church near Balmoral with Prince William.

It was later reported the couple enjoyed a getaway to Scotland, while Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis remained in Windsor.

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This brief appearance came less than a week after the Princess of Wales hosted her first work meeting in over nine months.

This marked the start of her slow and measured return to public duties.

Last Tuesday, the royal held a meeting at Windsor Castle with those involved in her 'Early Years' project.

The project explores the crucial role the first few years of a person's life can play in the adults they become.