Prince William and King Charles have different ways of handling things, but no matter what, William is always respectful of his father’s rank, says a former Buckingham Palace staffer.
That’s because William understands there’s a hierarchy and his father comes first.
Earlier this year, the heir talked about his plans, saying he “wanted to go a step further” and an insider told The Daily Beast: “Charles absolutely wants William to plough his own furrow, he is encouraged to do so, just as he was.”
William and Charles may have differing opinions, depending on th topic, which can result in a healthy debate, creating growth.
Which is what the former Buckingham Palace staffer suggests: “I think it is broadly seen as a productive rivalry, rather than a destructive one, because William respects his father’s ‘rank’ as head of The Firm.”
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Charles’s methods are more traditional and the Wales’s are more relaxed, it’s been said.
“I am sure they will butt heads as Charles is allergic to anyone telling him what to do, and William is not exactly famed for his subtlety,” says the former staffer.
“Ultimately the monarchy is a hierarchical structure based on military principles, and when push comes to shove, you have to obey orders from your superiors.
“That’s what William and Kate understand.”
William is heir to the thone, but he just recently stepped into this new role as Prince of Wales.
Heading into his second year, he and Princess Kate plan to focus on “one big project,” says Jack Royston.
Royston spoke to Sky News, saying: “William is on a big drive to try and find his legacy.”
