- author, Daniela Relph
- Role, Crown Correspondent
It's been a tough few weeks for the British Royal Family.
Health problems for both King Charles III From Princess Woe It raised questions about what Buckingham and Kensington Palace wanted the public to know.
His advisors are trying to navigate the public's appetite for information, speculation on social media, and the need to protect two people who are not well.
All this leads to a Big dilemma.
The spotlight has shone brighter in recent days yet Prince William At short notice, he canceled his attendance at a mass at Windsor in memory of his godfather, the late Greek King Constantine.
He had to read and his name was in the order of the ceremony.
But less than an hour before the event started, a message arrived from him Kensington Palace in London.
“Unfortunately, the Prince of Wales will be unable to attend Mass this morning due to a personal matter,” the note said.
This surprised. Prince William lives in Windsor. He had work to do in the ministry. It was his godfather who was remembered.
Rumors started immediately: Was this a bad sign for Catherine? The prince's team's advice was that there was no need to panic.
They said that the princess was fine, noting that the absence had nothing to do with his wife's health.
But that was not enough to quell the speculation.
Limited information
My WhatsApp messages probably reflect what a lot of people have been wondering.
What's wrong with Kate? Why don't they tell us? Is this why William didn't show up?
If you then delve into social media and internet searches, you'll find that the rumors about the princess's condition have become more bizarre over time.
The lack of detailed information and the sudden absence of Prince William has fueled speculation.
We still do not know the reason for the prince's absence from duty. This Thursday he attended an event as planned.
Princes William and Kate's advisors are keenly aware of the gossip that circulates online: they read it, they talk about it, they know the conversation.
But they emphasize this Nothing has changed.
A spokesman for Catherine played down speculation on social media.
“Kensington Palace clarified the timetable for the princess's recovery in January. We said so We will only provide meaningful updates. “This decision stands.”
Back into the public eye
Of course, there is the issue of privacy.
For Prince William, protecting his wife while she recovers is crucial.
Kensington Palace simply does not want to publish details about his health and his aides do not feel the need to say anything more about it.
But when Catherine returns to her public duties, the scrutiny will be intense.
All eyes will be on her.
What do you look like? What is perceived? Seems different?
Her team is well aware of the interest there will be at that time, so protecting her now is of extra importance.
They will choose very carefully when and how we will see her in public again for the first time.
King's health
Things are different in Buckingham Palace During the management of diagnosis and treatment Cancer of King Charles III.
There, the courtiers feel the need to see the king perform some of his duties.
That is why we saw pictures of the King with the Prime Minister Rishi SunakGoing to church and reading cards wishing him a speedy recovery.
This is a king whose health is at risk at the moment but who is still able to do some of his usual work and the palace wants to show us that.
There's not the same pressure on Catherine to go out in public.
She is not the monarch, and she does not have to be comforted in the same way.
Yes, there is a scramble for information, but “it's up to them” seems to be the general mood.
This is the princess you want Keep things private.
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