The Princess of Wales has sent a Christmas message about the importance of acts of kindness in times that can seem "fragmented or uncertain", in a letter to guests attending her carol concert in Westminster Abbey on Friday.
"The time, care and compassion you give, often quietly and unspoken, and without any expectation or recognition, make an extraordinary difference to the lives of others," writes Catherine.
Alongside members of the Royal Family, the 1,600 guests will include volunteers and people who have helped local communities.
Traditional Christmas carols will be sung in the specially decorated Abbey, with readings and music from performers including Hannah Waddingham and Kate Winslet.
"At its heart, Christmas speaks of love taking form in the simplest, most human ways," write Catherine in her letter to guests.
