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Did King Charles send a secret 'back channel' message to US President Donald Trump? Our royal experts Richard Eden and Robert Hardman look into the claims that the King intervened after comments Trump made about Nato troops' involvement in US conflicts.

PLUS could Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor exploit a loophole that allows him to keep calling himself the Duke of York - and what are the implications of that.

AND find out why Catherine, Princess of Wales needed a special outfit change while out on an engagement.

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READ: The surprising message Charles sent to Donald Trump after his slur against Britain's Army, why William took a very different approach... and why it could now backfire for the King: RICHARD EDEN - https://bit.ly/4k9G9fp

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What's it like to have tea with Trump?

Which member of the Royal Family gave Robert the cold shoulder?

What rumours about the Royals has Robert had to debunk?

And is there genuine reason to be cheerful about the future of the Monarchy?

In response to a flood of requests from our viewers – in this very special episode of Palace Confidential, Jo Elvin sits down with our very own award winning historian, author, journalist and presenter ROBERT HARDMAN to discuss his remarkable career as a Royal correspondent.

For this unique episode we’re going to be putting YOUR questions to Robert, who has been reporting on the Royal family since he once ACCIDENTALLY bumped into Sarah Ferguson on the side of a Swiss mountain in 1992!

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The problem of the man formerly known as Prince Andrew, now Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, continues to be a thorn in the side of King Charles. Not only is there the issue of his living arrangements, but there have been more suggestions that not everyone in the family is happy with the decisions the King has taken, particularly when it comes to his title. On the one side, so the reports say, are Andrew's siblings Prince Edward and Princess Anne and on the other Prince William and Princess Catherine who take a firmer line.

While everyone is discussing where Andrew and his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson live, and the future of his daughters Beatrice and Eugenie, we ask, WHAT IS HAPPENING TO THE CORGIS?

Join host Jo Elvin, panellists Richard Eden and Richard Kay and Rebecca English who sends us reports from covering royal engagements with Queen Camilla and Prince William this week.

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The report that Prince Harry would ask King Charles to open his Invictus Games has upset our royal experts.

Richard Eden says the whole thing feels 'unpleasant', Richard Kay believes the King could be being 'bounced' into the decision by his son, while Rebecca English says the whole thing feels 'distasteful' when the focus should be on the veteran competitors in the games.

The panel also discuss reports that Harry sees himself spending more time in the UK and what that might mean for his security.

Plus, our team explain why Prince William and Princess Catherine have hired a CRISIS specialist to join their communications team.

The latest on the ex-Prince Andrew's move to Sandringham.

AND we wish Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh a happy birthday with one of our world-famous montages.

READ: RICHARD EDEN: Meghan and Harry 'plot' and why Prince William and Kate have REALLY hired a crisis expert. There's trouble ahead... - https://bit.ly/49pPUTb

READ: Royal Lodge was NOT inspected once by Crown Estate officials in the 22 years Andrew lived there rent-free - as controversy grows over the dilapidated condition of his former home - https://bit.ly/3LwbNqM

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Kicking off 2026 with a bang, our panel of experts discuss if a new change means that Harry and Meghan's security will be funded by the British taxpayer. Sources in the Sussex camp certainly seem to think so...

PLUS Richard Kay theorises what would happen if the Duke of Sussex were to become an Internationally Protected Person (IPP). Will American taxpayers have to fork out? And what would President Trump, who is no fan of Meghan Markle, have to say about it?

AND Rebecca English explains why the former Prince Andrew could find himself homeless.

We also wish Princess Catherine's a very happy 44th birthday with one of our world-famous montages.

And discuss how Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis fared in the royal walkabout at Sandringham.

READ: RICHARD KAY: The blueprint for Charles's annus mirabilis that could see a new home for Andrew and a big decision on Harry and Meghan - http://bit.ly/3NbMElF

READ: How the King plans to deal with the two albatrosses around the Royal Family's neck: REBECCA ENGLISH on Charles' deadline to evict Andrew - and the chances of a reconciliation with Harry - https://bit.ly/4pOhZIR

READ: 'It's going to change everything': The bombshell twist that could give Harry and Meghan all they ever wanted and allow them to rake in a fortune - as Palace insiders tell RICHARD EDEN why it will cause huge problems for the monarchy - https://bit.ly/3N3qMJd

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No, you didn't hear wrong!

As we look back across 2025 - this Christmas special episode is GOOD NEWS ONLY.

AND - there's a right royal quiz. But who will earn bragging rights - Richard Eden or Rebecca English?

Have we got a cracker of a show for you!

From Princess Catherine being declared in remission from cancer to King Charles' ongoing recovery; from a (new) Georgian glimpse at the future to Princess Anne's continuing majesty; from Richard and Rebecca's unsung royal heroes of the YEAR to what happened when YOU demanded to see Richard in a kilt!

Santa has nothing on us!!!

Also - this weeks' Palace Confidential montage is simply unmissable - it's Rebecca's PERSONAL pick of the best royal images across the year - so keep watching for that tremendous treat!

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The decision by the Metropolitan Police to NOT pursue an investigation into alleged wrongdoing by the former Prince Andrew shocks our panellists Richard Eden and Rebecca English who believe the public deserve to know more.

After King Charles was praised for his recent message on his cancer treatment, Richard Kay reveals another 'hidden message' that he believes the monarch was trying to communicate to supporters of Prince William.

WATCH Rebecca English and Robert Hardman's reaction to the King's MAJOR cancer update: https://youtu.be/8q0ef8EOcfg?si=qm1d_nlhO0vftGO4

PLUS find out why ANOTHER letter from Meghan Markle to her father Thomas is the subject of a media storm.

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The establishment plot to engineer a return to the UK for Harry and Meghan (officially known as 'Project Thaw') kicked up a gear this week, according to the Daily Mail's Richard Eden.

He identifies the recently announced government review of Harry's UK security arrangements as a potential wedge that could see taxpayers eventually funding Harry's security in both the UK and the US! But is this something President Trump would ever allow?

Hear more of his thoughts and those of Rebecca English in a new episode of Palace Confidential.

Also on the show:

Has Andrew dragged his daughters into a fresh financial scandal?

Did Meghan actually ghost her gravely ill father?

AND did Queen Camilla have notes for the actor playing a character inspired by her ex – Andrew Parker Bowles?

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READ: RICHARD EDEN: The Establishment 'plot' to return Harry and Meghan is gathering pace. Today, I reveal new developments that'll horrify anyone who loves the monarchy... and powerful figures playing a key role: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/royals/article-15374541/RICHARD-EDEN-Establishment-plot-Harry-Meghan-monarchy-powerful-Yvette-Cooper.html?ico=authors_pagination_desktop

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One night this week showed the huge contrast between Prince William and Princess Catherine and their Montecito relatives Prince Harry and Meghan Markle - that's the view of the Daily Mail's Richard Eden.

He points out that while Harry was gurning for the cameras on Stephen Colbert's show, William was in full statesman mode meeting the German President at Windsor Castle.

Hear more of his thoughts and those of Rebecca English in a new episode of Palace Confidential.

Also on the show:

- is the monarchy under threat from meddling politicians?

- our panel take a closer look at Catherine's ballgown and the fascinating story behind her tiara

- shocking new claims about the friendship between the former Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein

READ: RICHARD EDEN: I'm not surprised Kate's views are being slammed as 'degrading, demeaning and wicked' - but it's so far from the truth https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/royals/article-15352579/RICHARD-EDEN-not-surprised-Kate-views-slammed-degrading.html?ico=authors_pagination_desktop

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Meghan Markle has come under criticism for keeping a dress from a 2022 Variety photoshoot, some have criticised her for 'scrounging', others say it's standard practice, what's the REAL story? Our experts investigate.

While all this goes on, the Mail has revealed the mystery backer giving Prince Harry and Meghan free private jet flights and accommodation, but what is she getting in return?

Meanwhile Sarah Ferguson is said to be considering several six-figure offers for a tell-all interview.

We hear the views of Richard Eden, who wonders if Sarah will finally speak out - or if she has learnt from the bombshell interviews other royals have given over the years, while Richard Kay says she's going to want MORE than six figures.

Meanwhile Meghan Markle has come under criticism for wearing a dress from a 2022 Variety photoshoot, with some claiming she took it without permission.

We also hear more about Zara and Mike Tindall's most recent 'date night' as well as the promise Prince William went out of his way to keep.

PLUS why is King Charles causing a stink for the Wales Family?

AND be sure you don't miss another of our world famous montages!

All this and more on this episode of your favourite royal talk show.

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READ RICHARD EDEN: Mystery of Meghan and the £1,300 dress. Her people tell me extraordinary accusation is 'highly defamatory'. But these 'scrounging' claims won't go away... and that's not the only story going round: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/royals/article-15331633/RICHARD-EDEN-Mystery-Meghan-dress-accusation-scrounging.html

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