King’s right-hand man Sir Clive Alderton to step down
- Posted on July 27, 2026
- By Evening Standard
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Sir Clive Alderton, the influential private secretary who guided King Charles III through the transition from Prince of Wales, has announced his departure from the royal household. His strategic leadership proved instrumental in managing the complex institutional shift during the monarchy's recent succession. Alderton's exit marks a significant personnel change within the Palace's inner circle, raising questions about continuity in royal operations and administrative restructuring under the new reign.
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