Prince of Wales Appoints Ian Patrick as Private Secretary Amid Royal Duties Resumption
As the Prince of Wales resumes his royal responsibilities following his father's cancer diagnosis, Ian Patrick, a former diplomat, joins the team to support the expanding public duties.
- Ian Patrick, with a background in international diplomacy and peacekeeping, is appointed as the private secretary to the Prince of Wales.
- The appointment comes as Prince William resumes royal duties after a break due to his father, King Charles III's cancer diagnosis, and the Princess of Wales's abdominal surgery.
- Patrick's experience includes working for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and as a trustee for Crohn's and Colitis UK.
- The restructuring of the Kensington Palace team aims to bolster support for the Prince and Princess of Wales as they take on more public responsibilities.
- King Charles III is receiving treatment for an unspecified cancer, with the royal family continuing their duties and expressing gratitude for public support.