It has been reported that the Prince and Princess are opposed to their father's plans to simplify royal duties, expressing concerns that this could put undue pressure on their children by forcing them to take on more royal duties to adapt to a smaller working family. The changes made by King Charles are significant. Prince George is now expected to travel independently regardless of the situation. Furthermore, when he turns 12, he will need to decide whether to attend boarding school to adhere to these strict standards and a mentor will be appointed to guide him through the process.
The initiative is intended to prepare George for his future responsibilities while respecting traditional royal customs. A long-standing protocol prohibits members of the royal family from travelling together, in order to preserve continuity in the event of an emergency. While the rule has been in place for generations, it is now causing heartache for Catherine, who values family closeness. Royal experts admit that while such safety measures are important, the emotional impact on the family should not be overlooked.
Charles’s vision is a sensible one in terms of easing the burden, but it has inadvertently left the heir to the throne with fewer supporters. Because George, Charlotte and Louis are still young, it will be at least a decade before they can begin taking part in meaningful royal duties. The plan is difficult to implement, especially as the Welsh family face additional difficulties during Catherine's difficult transition. The possibility of including Mike Tindall and their children, as well as Princess Eugenie and Lady Louise Windsor, among others, could help spread the responsibilities more equitably, taking some of the burden off the main members of the royal family.
This situation is unprecedented in recent times, with the Queen having more working royals to manage her schedule efficiently. Although beloved, she acknowledges the challenges of her demanding role, stating in 1992 that most people have jobs they can leave behind. She understands that withdrawing from public life, as her great-grandmother Queen Victoria did, can lead to contempt rather than compassion. Public celebrations and the loyalty of her subjects are a source of strength.
While the royal mantra emphasizes duty, ordinary people often put family first. The Welsh parents have taken a gentler approach to raising their three children to ensure they feel loved during uncertain times. Prince George appears nervous in public, and William comforts him with small gestures. George once expressed his heartache while watching a nature documentary about animals, which made William worry about the world his children might face in the future, especially when it comes to climate change.