Buckingham Palace has announced that Sir Clive Alderton, principal private secretary to King Charles III and Queen Camilla, will step down from his royal role next year.
The departure comes after two decades of service within the Royal Household, coinciding with his 60th birthday in May.
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Transition and Gratitude
Sir Clive plans to transition into an informal support role after his official tenure ends.
A Buckingham Palace spokesperson expressed the monarchs' deep gratitude for his tireless support and wise counsel over the years.
His loyalty is expected to ensure a smooth transition to his successor.
Sir Clive has served as a central gatekeeper for the monarch, maintaining a firm stance in protecting the royal court during high-profile household disruptions.
Following the 2020 Sandringham Summit, he led royal officials in settling formal arrangements for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex as they stepped away from official duties.
Royal commentator Dan Wooton noted the significant shift in administrative dynamics following Sir Clive's impending departure.
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Wooton remarked that Sir Clive was doing his utmost to save King Charles from himself, and now he is gone.
Sir Clive joined the household in 2006 as deputy private secretary before serving as the UK's Ambassador to Morocco in 2012.
He earned a knighthood under the Royal Victorian Order in 2022 for his personal service to the monarchy.
Sir Clive described his role as the greatest imaginable honour, serving the King and Queen through historic times with unforgettable humour.
He affirmed his long-term commitment to supporting the Royal Household in a less formal capacity for the rest of his life.
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Until his 60th birthday, Sir Clive will continue managing household operations and assist in handing over responsibilities once a successor is appointed.
