Prince William and Princess Kate are believed to have devised a strategy to prevent Princess Charlotte from experiencing the same struggles that have reportedly affected her uncle, Prince Harry, according to claims. Just last month (Sunday, July 27), William was seen alongside his young daughter Charlotte, cheering on the Lionesses during their triumph at the Women's Euro 2025 final at St Jakob‐Park in Basel, Switzerland.

One royal commentator suggests the third-in-line's presence at the fixture "signalled a fresh approach" to tackling what was described as a longstanding dilemma concerning royal siblings. This particular challenge has allegedly tormented Prince Harry, Prince Andrew, and even Princess Margaret, the late Queen Elizabeth's sister. The concern centres around the concept of a "spare" Royal who may feel "overlooked and purposeless".

Writing in the I, royal expert Richard Palmer explained the Waleses were looking to avoid giving special treatment to any one child so as to avoid the issue of the "spare".

He noted: "In a Royal Family traditionally focused on the need to create an heir to the throne, and then a spare just in case something goes wrong, the Waleses want their children to have emotional security instead of giving special treatment to the chosen one."

The couple, in marked contrast to King Charles, are prioritising their children's wellbeing over Royal obligations.

Furthermore, palace insiders informed Richard that Charlotte "has inherited her mother's poise and an inner strength and confidence". The decision to involve her in the Lionesses' Euros victory is seen as a step towards preparing her for future responsibilities.

American Royal biographer Sally Bedell Smith suggests that the young princess might assume official duties on behalf of the monarch in this new era of a "slimmed-down" Royal Family, possibly with a focus on sports.

Speaking to the i Paper, she said: "I think this is an intelligent way to do it. I would imagine Charlotte will be part of the picture. I'm not so sure about Louis."

The term "Spare" will likely strike a chord with Royal enthusiasts, as it was the title of Harry's bombshell 2023 memoir. In the book, Harry shocked the world by revealing personal details about his family.

Subsequent reports suggested that these revelations had likely strained the Duke of Sussex's relationship with his family, particularly his father, King Charles, and brother, Prince William.

Harry famously stepped away from his official duties and relocated to Montecito, California, with his wife, former actress Meghan Markle, and their two children, Archie and Lilibet.

Last week, rumours circulated that the Prince and Princess of Wales were considering moving from Adelaide Cottage to a new residence at Fort Belvedere on Windsor's Home Park Estate.

However, Hello's Royal editor, Emily Nash, remains somewhat doubtful about these reports, noting that she'd been informed "they've been very happy" at Adelaide Cottage.

She said they were "enjoying precious time together as a family of five, with no live-in staff and with easy access to Lambrook, the Berkshire school attended by Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis".

However, she didn't dismiss the possibility of a future relocation, noting that William, with his substantial Duchy of Cornwall funds, could easily purchase a property.

Indeed, Emily pointed out there is a "precedent" for such a move, citing examples like the late Queen gifting Gatcombe Park to Anne, Sunninghill Park to Andrew, and Bagshot Park to Edward.