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Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie smile as they arrive at royal gathering as dad Prince Andrew stays away


Princess Beatrice and Eugenie have been seen at the royals' annual Christmas lunch at Buckingham Palace - despite dad Prince Andrew being absent from the family event

Beatrice was accompanied by her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi (Image: Aaron Chown/PA Wire)Prince Andrew will also reportedly be absent from the festivities, which were expected to be one of the largest gatherings at his brother King Charles' private Norfolk estate, with 45 family members anticipated to attend. The pair are reportedly planning to spend Christmas Day together at Royal Lodge, their shared home in Windsor Great Park, Berkshire. According to a statement from his office, he cut ties as soon as concerns were raised and added that Prince Andrew met the individual through official channels” and “nothing of a sensitive nature ever discussed”.

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