Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie have made a plan to help their father Prince Andrew over the rest of the summer, according to a source.
The Duke of York has stepped away from public life following his disastrous Newsnight interview in 2019.
Andrew is also involved in a dispute with the King regarding the Royal Lodge residence which he currently lives in with his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson.
However, Andrew has been invited to Balmoral to spend time with other members of the Royal Family.
A source told the Express: “Andrew has hardly left Royal Lodge since Christmas so he’s very much looking forward to getting away with the rest of the family at Balmoral.
“He’s turned into a bit of a recluse, so the girls (Beatrice and Eugenie) are hoping that some nice family time with the children will help cheer him up a bit and bring him out of his shell.”
Earlier this year, King Charles requested that the Duke of York move out of the Royal Lodge.
Prince Andrew signed a 75-year lease agreement with the Crown Estate for the Royal Lodge in 2003.
Andrew is refusing to leave Royal Lodge and plans to pass his lease over to his daughters after his death.
However, the Duke of York originally wanted to pass the lease to his ex-wife but he is unable to do so due to a clause in the agreement with the Crown Estate.
The clause states the lease can only be passed to his children or his widow.
If Prince Andrew remarried Sarah Ferguson he would be able to bequeath his Royal Lodge lease to her after his death.
The lease has 54 years remaining on it and Andrew plans to honour the terms of the agreement.
However, King Charles is urging his brother to give up the Royal Lodge and downsize to Frogmore Cottage.
Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie are currently working on a plan to support their father, Prince Andrew, in the upcoming months, according to insiders close to the royal family. After Prince Andrew’s controversial Newsnight interview in 2019, he decided to step back from his public duties, leading to a more secluded lifestyle at the Royal Lodge. Despite the ongoing dispute with King Charles over the residency at Royal Lodge, Prince Andrew has been extended an invitation to join the rest of the Royal Family at Balmoral for some quality family time.A source revealed to reputable news outlets that Prince Andrew has been quite reclusive since the Christmas holidays, prompting his daughters to organize a family get-together to uplift his spirits. Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie are hopeful that spending time with the younger members of the family will encourage Prince Andrew to come out of his shell and enjoy some much-needed relaxation.Earlier this year, King Charles had suggested that Prince Andrew consider relocating from the Royal Lodge to Frogmore Cottage. However, Prince Andrew is adamant about staying at the Royal Lodge, where he holds a 75-year lease agreement with the Crown Estate. Despite the King’s insistence, Prince Andrew plans to honor the terms of the lease and eventually pass it onto his daughters upon his passing.The 54-year remaining lease on Royal Lodge has become a point of contention between Prince Andrew and the King, with the latter pushing for a downsizing move to Frogmore Cottage. While Prince Andrew initially wanted to pass on the lease to his ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, the Crown Estate agreement restricts the transfer only to his children or widow. This clause has left Prince Andrew with limited options for the future of the Royal Lodge’s lease.As the situation continues to unfold within the royal family, it will be interesting to see how Prince Andrew’s decision regarding the Royal Lodge pans out. The support and involvement of Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie in their father’s affairs reflect a strong bond within the family, highlighting the importance of unity during challenging times. Stay updated with us for more insightful updates on the royal family dynamics and other engaging content.
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Source: Los Angeles Times (edited)
