Kate Middleton set to play major role as Eugenie, Beatrice’s titles ‘hang in balance’

Kate Middleton is set to play a major role in determining if Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie would keep their titles amid their “disgraced” father Andrew’s ongoing scandal.

According to Heat Magazine, the Prince and Princess of Wales are “willing to play hardball if it means putting their duty first and protecting The Crown.”

A source revealed that William’s relieved to have Kate by his side as she is famous for being the “peacemaker” of the royal family and taking any hard decisions would be easier if they work as one team.

“They’re planning significant changes to how the monarchy functions. They want to continue to cut back, and that’s going to mean letting people go and shaving off certain expenses or benefits that various family members get,” the source said.

They added, “Making those changes without creating serious rifts is going to require a level of sensitivity that William does not possess. This is where Kate is uniquely gifted.

“She has this gentle, peaceful public image, but she’s nobody’s pushover. She’s incredibly savvy and she’s not afraid to make firm decisions when needed."

The insider praised the Princess of Wales for understanding that "leadership requires a certain ruthlessness, not unkindness, but clarity. 

"She doesn’t shy away from that, she sees it as her duty to stay strong for the monarchy.”