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**Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice to Remain Sidelined as King Supports Prince William and Kate**
Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice, despite being members of the royal family, are set to remain sidelined as non-working royals, as confirmed by a royal commentator.
The two princesses, who hold the positions of 9th and 11th in line to the throne, will not be taking on official duties within the royal household, according to recent reports.
Speculations had arisen suggesting that Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice could potentially step up to fulfill roles within the royal family left vacant by other working members.
However, King Charles has opted for a more streamlined approach to the monarchy, focusing primarily on the direct line of succession.
The decision to sideline the Princesses of York has not been without controversy.
Princess Anne, the King's sister, publicly expressed her disapproval of this move back in 2023.
Despite the criticism, royal commentator Michael Cole believes that King Charles is steadfast in his commitment to prioritizing the roles of Prince William and Kate Middleton within the royal firm.
In an interview with GB News, Cole emphasized the King's desire to maintain a clear and direct line of succession, highlighting the importance of continuity from King Charles to Prince William, and eventually to the younger generation of royals – Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.
This strategic vision leaves little room for significant roles for Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie within the royal family.
According to royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams, the exclusion of Beatrice and Eugenie from active royal roles is closely tied to the ongoing controversies surrounding their father, Prince Andrew.
King Charles is said to be intentionally focusing on the core line of succession, which may result in fewer public engagements for members of the royal family.
Fitzwilliams also suggested that Lady Louise Windsor, daughter of Prince Edward and Sophie, Countess of Wessex, stands a better chance of becoming a working royal compared to Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie.