Lady Louise managed to avoid need for 'formal university agreement'

Lady Louise Windsor managed to avoid the need for a “formal university agreement” – unlike Prince William.

The teenage royal – who was frequently referred to as the late Queen Elizabeth II’s favourite grandchild – began her final year of studies at the Scottish-based university earlier this month.

Much like his younger cousin, the prestigious university was attended by Prince William in the early 2000s and was famously known for being where he met his future wife, the now-Princess of Wales. The royal couple both graduated from the University of St Andrews in 2005.

With almost twenty years between Lady Louise and William’s attendances, the teenager has reportedly avoided the need for a “former university agreement” – something that William needed during his studies.

Back in 2001, William’s attendance caused a stir amongst royal fans meaning that Sir Michael Peat – the former private secretary to King Charles – promised to give the press information about William at least once a term in order to ease the unrest within the media.

Lady Louise is, however, said to be enjoying a much quieter experience at St Andrews – having begun her studies back in 2022.

As reported by GB News, Luana Ribeira – the founder of Dauntless PR, told the publication about how Louise’s experience differs from William’s.

She said: “St Andrew’s University is well versed in navigating the realities of having a royal student.

“Prince William largely stayed out of the spotlight while he studied there and he had a much higher profile than Lady Louise.

Ms Ribeira added: “When Prince William attended St Andrew’s, newspaper editors agreed not to publish paparazzi shots in return for regular and controlled updates from Sir Michael Peat.

“He was the private secretary to the then-Prince Charles during this period. It is unlikely a formal agreement like this is necessary for Lady Louise as there is less press interest in her than her older cousin.

“However, I imagine Lady Louise probably chooses her friends carefully and avoids situations which are likely to attract unwanted attention.”