Queen Camilla has earned praise from many quarters, including her own family, for being a steadfast support to King Charles.
With both the King and the Princess of Wales recuperating from recent hospital procedures, and the Prince of Wales attending to their three young children, the royal family finds itself stretched thin at present.
While discussions about streamlining the monarchy have circulated, the current circumstances highlight its understaffed nature.
Nevertheless, Queen Camilla has risen to the occasion, exemplifying the monarchy's ability to adapt to current demands.
Regarded by many, including her family, as the anchor to King Charles, Queen Camilla embodies the resilience encapsulated in the wartime adage 'keep calm and carry on', evident in recent events.
Despite the notable absences from the royal forefront, the monarchy continues to function smoothly.
While the Princess Royal attends engagements in Cheshire and the Duke of Edinburgh visits remote British territories like St Helena, the Duchess of Edinburgh fulfills charitable and educational commitments in and around London.
In the absence of the recovering monarch, Queen Camilla maintains her regular schedule with unwavering commitment.
Although January typically marks a quiet period in the royal calendar, significant activity persists behind the scenes. Planning for the next six months of official duties and attending to correspondence are underway, alongside Queen Camilla's discreet engagements.
Central to her endeavors is advocacy on behalf of victims of domestic and sexual violence, with many meetings conducted away from public scrutiny.
Her recent public appearance included a visit to the Maggie’s cancer support centre at London’s Royal Free Hospital.
In the pages of my upcoming book, "Charles III", I delve into the pivotal role Queen Camilla plays in the monarchy, akin to the late Queen's description of Prince Philip as her 'strength and stay'.
