King Charles's appearance on BBC's The Repair Shop was arranged by Michael Fawcett, a former senior aide who resigned amid controversy, the Mail on Sunday has revealed.
Fawcett, who served as the King's close adviser, orchestrated the television slot before the Queen's death. It aired last month as part of the BBC's centenary celebrations.
He quit as chief executive of the Prince's Foundation after a letter emerged in which he offered to help a Saudi tycoon obtain British citizenship and a knighthood in exchange for donations to Charles's charities.
Friends of Fawcett described the appearance as his last successful act of service. A source said: 'Credit where credit's due to Michael on this one. He has long been a big fan of the show and saw synergies between what they do at Dumfries House and on the programme.'
During the episode, Charles spoke to presenter Jay Blades about restoring grandfather clocks and a ceramic piece made for Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee. After expert Kirsten Ramsay presented the repaired item, he said: 'It's fantastic. I think it is utterly wonderful.'
