Inside Buckingham Palace's new media strategy

Inside Buckingham Palace's new media strategy

April 1, 2026 · 26 min

About this episode

The episode discusses Buckingham Palace's new media strategy under King Charles, featuring insights from former press secretary Ailsa Anderson.

Buckingham Palace has appointed a royal correspondent as the King’s new press secretary – what does this reveal about how King Charles wants to run his media operation? Roya Nikkhah and Kate Mansey are joined by former palace press secretary Ailsa Anderson to explore what Rhiannon Mills' hire says about Palace communications at a moment of intense scrutiny, faster news cycles and growing pressure. So, what should a modern media approach for the monarchy look like? And does the late Queen's “never complain, never explain” mantra still work? The US state visit has been confirmed. What issues do you think the King should discuss with President Trump? Get in touch: theroyals@thetimes.co.uk Image: Getty Producer: Robert Wallace Executive Producer: Priyanka Deladia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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