HMS Prince of Wales sets sail for Nato exercise

HMS Prince of Wales finally set sail for the largest Nato maritime exercise in 40 years on Monday – a day after its initially planned departure was cancelled at the last moment. The ship was meant to leave on Sunday to replace HMS Queen Elizabeth, which failed to depart from Portsmouth Harbour a week earlier due to an “issue” found in final checks with the starboard propeller coupling. No official reason was given for the cancellation of the Prince of Wales’ departure, but on Monday it finally set sail from Portsmouth Harbour, cheered on by family members and supporters. Watch more on Independent TV: Click here to subscribe to The Independent: About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Connect with The Independent: Check out our full video