Buckingham Palace has announced it will investigate allegations that the Duchess of Sussex bullied royal staff, expressing serious concern over the claims. The investigation follows a report in The Times newspaper detailing a bullying complaint made in October 2018, while Meghan and Prince Harry resided at Kensington Palace.
A leaked email, published by The Times, alleges that Meghan drove two personal assistants out of the household and undermined the confidence of a third staff member. The Palace stated it does not tolerate bullying or harassment and will invite former and current staff involved to participate in the inquiry to learn lessons.
Meghan's spokesperson responded, saying the duchess is 'saddened by this latest attack on her character,' noting her own experiences with bullying and her commitment to supporting trauma victims. The statement emphasised her dedication to compassion and doing what is right.
The allegations come just days before Meghan and Prince Harry's highly anticipated interview with Oprah Winfrey, airing in the US on Sunday and in the UK on Monday. The couple, who stepped back as senior royals in March 2020 and now live in California, have not commented further on the timing of the claims.
