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Britain05 April, 20261 min read

Wales Family Returns to Easter Service as Beatrice and Eugenie Miss

Beatrice and Eugenie will not attend Windsor Easter service amid Andrew Epstein scandal. William and Catherine attend Windsor Easter service with their three children George, Charlotte, and Louis.

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Wales Family Returns to Easter Service as Beatrice and Eugenie Miss
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Royal Easter Return

Britain's royal family gathered at Windsor's St George's Chapel for the traditional Easter Matins service. King Charles, Queen Camilla, and the Prince and Princess of Wales attended alongside their three children. The Wales family returned after two years absent during Kate Middleton's cancer treatment.

Notably absent were Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and his daughters Beatrice and Eugenie, who have made alternative plans. The service was a private family event and the King did not issue an Easter message.

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Andrew's Absence Looms

Andrew's absence remained the dominant narrative. He was arrested on his 66th birthday on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The King stripped him of his royal title shortly thereafter.

Andrew had attended Easter services in prior years since the scandal. Beatrice and Eugenie have stepped back as well amid continued media scrutiny.

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Family Traditions Persist

Longstanding Easter traditions continued despite the turbulence. The family partook in a customary roast lamb lunch and chocolate desserts.

The practice dates back to Queen Victoria. The Wales children's presence served as a symbol of continuity amid change.

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