Princess Beatrice has recently made a public announcement regarding her new role following her father’s removal of titles. Amid controversies surrounding her father, the former Duke of York, due to his association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, Princess Beatrice and her sister, Princess Eugenie, have maintained a low profile. Despite their close bond with their parents, including their mother Sarah Ferguson, the Princesses have not been seen at their family residence, Royal Lodge on the Windsor Great Estate.
Shortly after King Charles stripped Andrew of his royal titles, including Royal Highness and Prince, Princess Beatrice assumed a new position as the Deputy Patron of The Outward Bound Trust. Joining her uncle, Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh, who serves as the Royal Patron, Princess Beatrice had previously been a Trustee for six years.
Prince Andrew had previously held the role of Royal Patron until 2019. Expressing her gratitude for the appointment, Princess Beatrice, 37, emphasized the inspiration she draws from young individuals she has encountered through Outward Bound, highlighting the organization’s impact on building resilience and confidence in youth. During a recent event at St James’s Palace, Princess Beatrice and Prince Edward engaged with young participants who shared their stories.
Princess Beatrice’s involvement in charitable works spans various organizations such as Children in Crisis, UNICEF, and Teenage Cancer Trust. The Outward Bound Trust’s Chief Executive, Martin Davidson, praised the contributions of Princess Beatrice and Prince Edward, emphasizing the transformative power of adventure on young lives.
The Outward Bound Trust’s royal legacy, rooted in Prince Philip’s involvement dating back over 70 years, continues with Princess Beatrice and Prince Edward’s support. Following King Charles’s decision to strip Andrew of his titles, the former Prince will now reside on the Sandringham Estate and receive an allowance from the King, having been excluded from the royal family due to ongoing allegations.
Despite Andrew’s loss of titles, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie will maintain their royal status as grandchildren of the late Queen Elizabeth. Andrew relinquished his royal duties in 2019 following accusations of sexual misconduct, which he denies. The shift in Andrew’s status was formalized through legal declarations by the King, underscoring the family’s commitment to supporting abuse victims.
As the royal family navigates these changes, Princess Beatrice’s dedication to philanthropy and her new role at The Outward Bound Trust signify a positive direction in her public service endeavors.
