Privacy concerns cloud Prince George’s first day at prestigious Eton College
Prince George has begun his education at Eton College, with the royal family emphasizing strict privacy measures for the 13-year-old. Palace officials have reminded the media that privacy protections apply to students even when visible from public spaces.
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The story underscores the ongoing tension between the public interest in the British Royal Family and their desire for personal privacy for their children.
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Share A A A London: Prince George has begun his education at one of Britain’s most elite schools after arriving at Eton College on Tuesday to join other teenagers on their first day.
George, 13, was accompanied by his parents, the Prince and Princess of Wales, in a brief appearance for the media in the historic main yard of the school founded in 1440.
Prince George, in school uniform, begins his first day at Eton College. Matt Porteous/Kensington Palace But the family’s concern for his privacy meant the prince did not make any appearance outside the school, while palace officials limited the media to a small group arranged to witness and record the milestone in his life.
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