Prince William has recruited crisis management specialist Liza Ravenscroft to his team at Kensington Palace, according to reports. Ravenscroft previously worked at communications firm Edelman, where she handled crises for major brands. Her move is believed to have been facilitated by Edelman CEO Julian Payne, a former communications secretary to King Charles and Queen Camilla, who retains close ties to the royal family.
While her background is in crisis management, a Kensington Palace source said she is joining in a "non-crisis based role" and will focus on day-to-day press interactions. The appointment comes amid ongoing tensions within the monarchy, including controversies surrounding Prince William's uncle, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
Andrew has faced renewed scrutiny after emails allegedly sent by a former assistant to Sarah Ferguson were found printed on Jeffrey Epstein's desk in photographs from 2015. Andrew denies all accusations against him. Separately, it has been claimed that Andrew's residence, Royal Lodge, was never inspected by Crown Estate officials during his 22-year tenancy. He is expected to vacate the property after being stripped of his titles.
In other royal news, Meghan Markle has been warned by a PR expert to focus her efforts on her lifestyle brand, As Ever, as she prepares to release a cookbook. Meanwhile, Prince Harry's invitation to King Charles to open the 2027 Invictus Games has been described as "very embarrassing" by a TV presenter.
