Princess reported to have told ex-pat in Quebec City that she 'hopes to' start family with her husband

A passing remark by the Duchess of Cambridge during her visit to Canada alongside her husband has fuelled speculation that she is preparing to have children.

The royal couple were visiting Quebec City in their first tour since getting married in April, when Princess Kate was reported to have told a 28-year-old ex-pat that she "hoped to" start her own family.