Prince Edward supported his niece, Princess Beatrice, during her new role announcement at St James’s Palace on Thursday evening.
The 37-year-old was appointed Deputy Patron of Outward Bound at the royal engagement.
The charity, which aims to inspire young people through wilderness adventures, welcomed the royal alongside her uncle, the Duke of Edinburgh, who assumed the role of Royal Patron.
The appointments continue a longstanding royal association with Outward Bound that dates back to Prince Philip, who held the patronage from 1953 until 2019.
Prince Edward supports Princess Beatrice during new role announcement at St James’s Palace
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Thursday’s gathering brought together charity supporters to celebrate the new patronages.
Beatrice has maintained a six-year relationship with the organisation, having served as a trustee between 2019 and 2025.
Her dedication to fostering young people’s confidence and ambition has been evident through numerous charitable engagements.
During Thursday’s celebration, two 18-year-old students from Walsall Academy shared their experiences from a Lake District expedition.
The princess wore a £320 Self-Portrait dress to join forces with her uncle
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Leo presented the princess with a Celtic brooch symbolising unity and good fortune, whilst Sadie offered Prince Edward a rowan tree sapling, representing resilience and courage.
The princess’s previous charitable efforts include hosting supporters at Holyrood Palace for afternoon tea and delivering a speech in 2022 commemorating her grandfather’s contributions to Outward Bound.
She also organised a reception at New York’s Empire State Building last year.
Beatrice appeared composed in a £320 Self-Portrait Check Chiffon Midi Dress in Brown whilst engaging with charity representatives on Thursday evening.
Beatrice has maintained a six-year relationship with the organisation
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THE OUTWARD BOUND TRUST
Despite the celebratory atmosphere at St James’s Palace, the York family continues to navigate difficult circumstances.
The princess was photographed in an emotional embrace with her sister, Princess Eugenie, in Mayfair on Thursday.
Their father, Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, recently lost his royal titles and faces mounting pressure from American legislators regarding the Jeffrey Epstein inquiry.
His removal of titles by King Charles last month included the loss of his designation as Prince, Duke of York, Earl of Inverness and Baron Killyleagh.
He also forfeited the style “His Royal Highness” and must vacate Royal Lodge, his 30-room Windsor residence, relocating to private accommodation at Sandringham in the coming year.
Thursday’s gathering brought together charity supporters to celebrate the new patronages
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THE OUTWARD BOUND TRUST
American legislators have formally requested Andrew’s participation in their investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s trafficking network.
Representative Robert Garcia, the ranking member of the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, alongside Representative Suhas Subramanyam and fourteen Democratic colleagues, dispatched a signed correspondence seeking a transcribed interview.
“Rich and powerful men have evaded justice for far too long. Now, former Prince Andrew has the opportunity to come clean and provide justice for the survivors,” Representative Garcia stated.
Representative Subramanyam added: “If he is innocent, then he can clear his name. And if not, our investigation will show that, and the victims will receive long overdue justice.”
The lawmakers have established a November 20 deadline for Andrew’s response to their request.