Buckingham Palace are reported to have hired some lawyers to look into Meghan’s bullying claims.
The move to hire an outside law firm to conduct an independent inquiry into Meghan’s bullying claims, is coming a few days after Prince William an heir to the British Throne, denied an allegation that the Royal Family is a racist family. It is also coming days after the Queen released a statement promising to investigate the allegations levelled against Meghan by her former staff during her time at the Palace.
Since the bombshell interview granted to Oprah Winfrey by Meghan and Harry, and all the revelations, the British Royal family has been on its toes, working behind closed doors to see how they can make things right. But the latest move to investigate Meghan’s bullying claims and not the alleged racist comment made towards Archie’s skin colour, can be seen by the public as the Royal family trying to redirect the unwanted media attention on them.
The fallout of the Royal Family is being watched around the world and any move to drag or threaten Meghan could lead to more backlash on the Royal Family, which will not be a good thing for the monarchy, especially after the alleged racist comment towards Archie.
According to reports, Palace sources were quoted as saying that the Palace was “prepared to retaliate with fresh disclosures about the couple’s behaviour if the monarchy is attacked”.
The Sunday Times reports that, in a surprise move, the Palace will be bringing in a third-party law firm to conduct an investigation into the Meghan’s bullying claims.
Jason Knauf, who at the time was the Sussexes’ communications secretary, made the complaint against the duchess in 2018, alleging that she drove two personal assistant out and undermined the confidence of a third.
A royal source told The Sunday Times: “The actual worst incidences haven’t come out. There are some harrowing stories to tell.” Another Palace source said: “There’s a lot that could come out in the wash that hasn’t been told.”
Responding to the allegations earlier this month, Meghan’s spokesperson said: “The duchess is saddened by this latest attack on her character, particularly as someone who has been the target of bullying herself and is deeply committed to supporting those who have experienced pain and trauma.”
Meanwhile Prince Harry has also been accused of “hypocrisy” by allies of the Prince of Wales, claiming that Harry was not “cut off” by his father, who, they claim, was financially supporting the Duke until they “found their feet” in America.
The Sussexes are not expected to be invited to take part in the inquiry, despite having written to the Palace about it. The review aims to “learn lessons” by taking evidence from members of staff past and present.
According to the Times, the Palace is determined the inquiry should “not be played out in public” to ensure all those taking part “feel comfortable”. It is thought the inquiry will begin immediately, with no deadline. A royal source said: “It will take as long as it will takes.”