In a recent royal tour, Princess Anne, the only daughter of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, has made it abundantly clear that Prince Harry will not be welcomed back into the United Kingdom with open arms.
The Princess Royal expressed her frustration over the comments and fabrications he penned in his recent book, firmly stating that there is no path for Harry to return, even if he were to divorce Meghan and plead for clemency from the King.
In his memoir “Spare,” the Duke of Sussex alleged that members of the royal family engaged in fierce competition to outdo each other in terms of official engagements listed in the court’s circular, the Official Record of Royal Engagements.
Without naming names, Harry claimed that some royals manipulated their numbers to create the illusion of being more industrious, leading to tensions within the palace.
According to a tally by Reboot SEO Company using the court’s circular, Princess Anne participated in the highest number of royal engagements last year, totaling 214 engagements, securing the top spot.
Following Anne was her brother King Charles III with 181 engagements, trailed by Prince Edward, Sophie Countess of Wessex, Prince William, Camilla, and Catherine, the Princess of Wales.
Princess Anne emphasized the necessity of stringent guidelines to regulate Harry’s conduct, given that his recent actions have resulted in him becoming the most unpopular royal in Britain, especially among older demographics.
A recent survey by YouGov revealed that Harry’s popularity plummeted further after the release of his book, with many perceiving it as a money-making endeavor.
Conversely, Princess Anne’s favorability soared, with an impressive 72% of respondents viewing her as the most favorable member of the royal family.
This isn’t the first instance where Princess Anne has emerged as the most beloved royal family member.
Previous YouGov surveys have consistently lauded her as the least problematic member, attributing her popularity to her unwavering commitment to her royal duties.
Since the passing of her mother, Anne has intensified her efforts and now serves as a trusted advisor to the King, steering clear of controversies while working diligently within the palace, endearing her to the British public.
Historian Edward Owens, renowned for chronicling the lives of the royal family, credits Anne’s popularity to her strong work ethic and dedication to royal responsibilities.
Owens asserts that Anne’s passion for her duties stems from her belief that the monarchy’s survival hinges on its ability to justify its existence.
Princess Anne and Prince Edward are apprehensive that private conversations surrounding King Charles’ impending coronation could be leaked and exploited in the future.
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