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THE QUEEN AND PRINCE CHARLES’ AIDES SET THE RECORD STRAIGHT...
The Queen and Prince Charles are already said to be at loggerheads over how to deal with the shocking allegations made by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in their interview with Oprah Winfrey.
Now, several former staff members have shared their own thoughts about the Sussexes’ betrayal.
Former Lady’s Maid Alicia Healey spent four years working for Her Majesty’s households and was primarily based at Buckingham Palace.
Being privy to the inner workings of The Firm, Alicia says she was surprised by Meghan’s claim that no staffers taught her what was expected of her as a royal.
“I find it hard to believe that she would do no research prior to joining one of the most famous families in the world,” comments Alicia. “And if there was anything she wasn’t sure about, the other female royals could have guided her if she was having any difficulties while there.”
Simon Morgan, who worked as a royal protection officer and now heads up UK security firm, Trojan Consultancy, paid particular attention to Harry and Meghan’s concern over the withdrawal of security.
“The decision on whether they get protection or not is not the Queen’s gift to give ... or to take away. Protection is actually decided on by RAVEC [Royal and VIP Executive Committee],” explains Simon, adding a precedent had previously been set.
“It’s not unchartered. The York princesses, Eugenie and Beatrice, had their protection removed when they were 21 because they were no longer going to be working members of the royal family.”
Meanwhile, the security expert also weighed in on claims made by Meghan that she was forced to hand over her passport and car keys.
“Yes, it did sound like she was trapped. It was another statement that sounds horrific, but the reality is just simple admin,” he says. “The reality is, it’s just an admin issue so that flights can be booked, visas applied for, hotel reservations. Having the passport and all its info is vital to achieve that.”