When Sir Michael Peat arrived from Buckingham Palace in 2002 to take up the job as Prince Charles's private secretary, he came with a clear agenda. His instructions from the Queen were to sever Charles's relationship with Camilla Parker Bowles… — Penny Junor Copy Share Image
I have watched people around members of the royal family for a long time now, and something very strange happens to them. They turn… — Penny Junor Copy Share
Kate Middleton has no blue blood coursing through her veins. Her father, Michael, is self-made, and he and his wife have been very successful… — Penny Junor Copy Share
The monarchy needs publicity: they must be seen to be relevant. Unfortunately, they can't just lead quiet lives. — Penny Junor Copy Share
For much of the final decade of the 20th century, one story regularly dominated the news across much of the developed world. It was… — Penny Junor Copy Share
Prince Charles has his foibles, but he is not a crook, not a bully, and not a hypocrite. — Penny Junor Copy Share
At one time, my mother did plan to divorce my father when she found out about an affair he had with a model, the… — Penny Junor Copy Share
Diana became a superstar when she became a part of the Royal Family because she brought youth and glamour and fun into a staid… — Penny Junor Copy Share
I don't think the monarchy is tawdry in the slightest. I think the monarchy is hugely important for Britain. — Penny Junor Copy Share
Kenya has deep resonances for the royals: it was here, after all, that the young Princess Elizabeth heard of the death of her father,… — Penny Junor Copy Share
Kate Middleton is intelligent, good looking, kind, and fun, and she is remarkably normal. — Penny Junor Copy Share
