30 Mar, 17:16··

Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie miss royal Easter service.

ZEIT Online

Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie will not attend the Easter service at Windsor Castle. They have ‘other plans’ for the day. This absence is notable within the royal family’s traditions.

The princesses, daughters of Prince Andrew, have not attended the Easter service. The BBC reported they have ‘other plans’ for the day. This absence is a significant event for the royal family’s Easter celebrations. There are reports of a ‘power struggle’ happening within the royal family. The sisters have also declined an invitation to Royal Ascot. This has reduced their visibility within the royal family.

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Highlights

Princesses Will Not Attend Service

Beatrice and Eugenie of York will not attend the Easter Sunday service at Windsor Castle.

Other Plans Cited for Absence

The sisters have ‘other plans’ for the day, according to reports.

Royal Family Relationship Strained

Reports suggest strained relations with the royal family have caused the absence.

Royal Ascot Invitation Declined

Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie declined an invitation to Royal Ascot.

Power Struggle Reported

A ‘power struggle’ is occurring behind the scenes within the royal family.

Perspectives

Sources agree
  • Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie will not attend the Easter service.
  • The sisters are daughters of Prince Andrew.
  • Their absence is notable within royal traditions.
  • Reports suggest a ‘power struggle’ is occurring.
Sources disagree
Reason for absence

The sisters have ‘other plans’ and a ‘power struggle’ is occurring behind the scenes.

RTL Nieuws, ZEIT Online, Der Spiegel

They declined an invitation to Royal Ascot, indicating a reduced visibility within the royal family.

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