Summary
Prince William hired Liza Ravenscroft, a crisis management expert, to help the royal family handle potential issues. This comes amid challenges such as declining support for the monarchy among young people and past scandals involving Prince Andrew. Liza Ravenscroft's experience is seen as valuable for navigating these situations.
Key Facts
- Prince William has added a crisis management expert, Liza Ravenscroft, to his communications team.
- Liza Ravenscroft previously worked at Edelman, a public relations agency, specializing in crisis and risk management.
- There is declining support for the British monarchy, particularly among younger people aged 16 to 24.
- A survey showed that 67% of young people preferred an elected head of state over a monarchy.
- Prince Andrew's past ties with Jeffrey Epstein and related allegations have been a significant issue for the monarchy.
- To reduce backlash, King Charles III stripped Prince Andrew of his royal titles.
- Prince Harry is seeking to reinstate his protective security detail for visits to the UK, which might increase his family’s presence there.
