Princess of Wales invited Southport stabbing victims to Christmas Carol service

The Princess of Wales has invited the families and victims of the Southport stabbing to her annual Christmas Carol service at Westminster Abbey.

Kensington Palace has confirmed that those affected by the attacks have been invited to the fourth annual service next month.

Last month, the Prince and Princess of Wales privately visited with the families of the three little girls who were killed in a stabbing spree in July.

The visit was to show “support, empathy and compassion to the local community” according to royal sources.

After the 29 July attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class, the Prince and Princess released a condolence message saying: “As parents, we cannot begin to imagine what the families, friends and loved ones of those killed and injured in Southport today are going through.

“We send our love, thoughts and prayers to all those involved in this horrid and heinous attack.

“Thank you also to the emergency responders who, despite being met with the most horrific scenes, demonstrated compassion and professionalism when your community needed you most.”

The Princess of Wales will host the “Together at Christmas” Carol Service at Westminster Abbey on December 6.

‘Together at Christmas’ will air on Christmas Eve on ITV1 and ITVX.