'What matters to us is the potential the Commonwealth family has to create a better future for the people who form it, and our commitment to serve and support as best we can,' the duke says at the end of a tour of the Caribbean.
There has also been a perception that some of the photo opportunities have looked outdated and colonial.
"In Belize, Jamaica, and the Bahamas, that future is for the people to decide upon. But we have thoroughly enjoyed spending time with communities in all three countries, understanding more about the issues that matter most to them."It's understood that throughout the tour the prince has altered some of his speeches, sometimes adjusting the tone at short notice, especially following conversations with the prime ministers in each of the countries.
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