Princess Anne’s husband, Vice-Admiral Sir Timothy Lawrence, is a familiar face alongside the Princess Royal during her official engagements.
Despite his active involvement, he has not been officially acknowledged as a working member of the Royal Family.
The court circular, which documents past Royal activities, often mentions him as being accompanied by Princess Anne rather than in his own right.
However, a recent poll conducted by Express.co.uk revealed an overwhelming 91% of support for Sir Timothy to be recognized as a working Royal.
Sir Timothy, who married Princess Anne in 1992 without receiving a title, has garnered significant backing for his potential role within the Royal Family.
Royal commentator Charlie Proctor, editor of Royal Central.co.uk, emphasized the importance of having working Royals to fill the gaps left by other members who have stepped back from official duties.
Proctor suggested that King Charles III should consider formally recognizing Sir Timothy, allowing him to undertake independent work on behalf of the monarchy.
Proctor highlighted Sir Timothy’s expertise in property and regeneration, citing his previous roles as Chairman of the English Heritage Trust and Vice-Chairman of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission.
He noted that Sir Timothy’s interests align well with charitable endeavors, making him a valuable asset to the Royal family.
Proctor envisioned the positive impact Sir Timothy could have if granted the opportunity to carry out official Royal duties.
Unlike Anne’s first husband, Captain Mark Phillips, who opted not to pursue a working Royal role, Sir Timothy’s potential recognition could mark a significant shift.
Their children, Peter and Zara, were deliberately not given HRH titles, affording them the freedom to lead private lives away from Royal obligations.
The poll conducted by Express.co.uk further solidified public support for Sir Timothy’s involvement, with 91% of respondents advocating for his recognition as a working Royal.
The poll, which ran from Thursday, January 26, to Tuesday, January 31, attracted 4,151 votes, overwhelmingly in favor of Sir Timothy’s official status.
While 8% of voters opposed the idea, a small percentage remained undecided.
Commentators on the article expressed their opinions, suggesting that Sir Timothy could potentially replace other senior Royal figures in carrying out official duties.
The widespread support for Sir Timothy’s potential role as a working Royal underscores the public’s interest in seeing him take on a more formal position within the Royal Family.
As discussions surrounding his recognition continue to gain traction, it remains to be seen how King Charles III and the Royal Household will respond to the calls for Sir Timothy’s inclusion in official Royal activities.
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