Anne mirabilis: a popular princess who deserves all the plaudits
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W e are often told that longer lifespans mean we must expect to work beyond the traditional retirement age. Princess Anne appears to have taken this to heart.
She will celebrate her 75th birthday next month but shows little sign of slowing down. Last year she carried out 474 official engagements. That is a work ethic even republicans can admire.
It is surely no coincidence that polls consistently show her to be among the most popular of the royals. She has lived through turbulent decades for the monarchy, and on more than one occasion the behaviour of others in her family has risked damaging public support for the institution. Through it all she has quietly knuckled down and got on with the job.
Anne's vigour is an inspiration to those of advanced years, and her wider approach is an example to all of us. She has focused on duties, not perks; substance, not style. There are others in her family who might take note.
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