Royal Guards Face Bans Over Inappropriate Comments at Kensington Palace
Royal guards banned from state palace after 'full with little Hitlers comment'
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Five royal guards at Kensington Palace have been banned following complaints of misogynistic remarks, including one officer's comment about the palace being 'full of little Hitlers.' The Metropolitan Police's investigation revealed a troubling culture within the Royalty and Specialist Protection unit, prompting further action from the Royal Household.
- 01Five officers from the Royalty and Specialist Protection unit were banned after a female staff member reported inappropriate comments.
- 02The comments, made between August 2023 and September 2024, included one officer's remark about Kensington Palace being 'full of little Hitlers.'
- 0323 officers received misconduct notices, and 21 were placed on restricted duties due to various concerns, including sleeping on duty.
- 04The Metropolitan Police concluded that the officers' behavior did not meet the threshold for misconduct but still required reflective practice.
- 05Former officials have raised concerns about a potential culture of misogyny within the unit.
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Five royal guards from the Royalty and Specialist Protection (RaSP) unit at Kensington Palace have been banned following complaints about misogynistic behavior from a female staff member. The complaints included inappropriate comments made between August 2023 and September 2024, notably one officer's remark that the palace was 'full of little Hitlers.' An investigation by the Metropolitan Police found that while the behavior did not constitute misconduct, it fell below the expected standards for officers in protective roles. Consequently, 23 officers received misconduct notices, with 21 placed on restricted duties for various issues, including sleeping on duty. Despite the investigation's findings, the Royal Household decided not to allow the officers to return to their posts. Former officials have expressed surprise at the number of complaints and raised concerns about a possible culture of misogyny within the unit. The incident highlights the need for professionalism and sensitivity, especially in roles involving public trust.
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The bans on the royal guards may affect the security and public perception of the Royal Household.
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