Princess Eugeniehas announced she is expecting her third child with her husband, Jack Brooksbank, with congratulations shared across social media. The news was confirmed in a statement released by the Royal Family, which said the couple were 'very pleased' and that the baby is due this summer.
The announcement added that their two sons, August, aged five, and Ernest, aged two, are 'very excited' about the arrival of a sibling.Buckingham Palacealso confirmed that the King has been informed and is 'delighted' with the news.
While much of the public reaction has been positive, the wording of the announcement has drawn attention to Princess Eugenie's continued use of the 'HRH' (Her Royal Highness) title, despite her not carrying out official royal duties.
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Princess Eugenie remains entitled to the style 'Her Royal Highness' as a male-line granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth II under the Letters Patent issued by King George V in 1917. Although she is not a working royal and does not receive funding from the Sovereign Grant, her title has not been formally removed.
The issue relates to how royal titles are applied across different members of the family. Some commentators on social media have pointed to differences between non-working royals and those undertaking official duties, arguing that the use of formal styles can appear inconsistent.
However, royal protocol distinguishes between entitlement to a title and the performance of official responsibilities, and there has been no indication of any change to Princess Eugenie's status.
Lovely news but I think the use of HRH is highly inappropriate for non-working royals.
Unacceptable calling her HRH she’s not a working Royal. These non working Royals need HRH titles gone what do taxpayers have to contribute it’s unacceptable do they live on Crown Estates
Reaction to the announcement has been largely supportive, with many users offering congratulations to the couple following the Royal Family's post. Messages shared publicly included well-wishes for the pregnancy and positive responses to the news of a growing family.
Source: International Business Times UK
