After racist incident occurs at Buckingham Palace, Prince William, Kate Middleton’s office issues statement. See details

After racist incident occurs at Buckingham Palace, Prince William, Kate Middleton’s office issues statement. See details
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One of Buckingham Palace’s aides has made racially coloured remarks in a reception hosted by Queen Camilla. Domestic abuse activist Ngozi Fulani reported that the member of the royal household asked questions about her heritage and background. After the incident, the Palace’s aide apologised and resigned.

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At a reception organised by Queen Camilla, one of Buckingham Palace’s household members made certain racial remarks. Ngozi Fulani, a domestic abuse activist, reported that she was asked questions about her heritage and background.

Buckingham Palace has taken notice of this incident and stated that the erring member has apologised and resigned from her role.
Prince William and Kate Middleton spoke out after the incident and said there is no room for racial discrimination. Fulani, born in Britain, showed her exasperation towards the incident and recalled that she was asked about her nationality and her family’s origin.

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The palace has issued a notice instructing every member of the royal household to uphold the values of inclusivity and diversity at all times. An invitation to personally meet and discuss all the elements involved in the incident is sent to Ngozi. The incident is currently under investigation. The Prince and Princess of Wales have also expressed their support for Ngozi and condemned the aide’s actions. They find it befitting for the aide to step down from her role.

FAQs:

  1. What happened at the reception hosted by Queen Camilla?
    At the reception, one of the aides of the royal household made racial remarks against Ngozi Fulani.
  2. What was the consequence of the incident?
    Buckingham Palace issued a notice for every household member always to uphold the values of inclusivity, and the erring aide has resigned from her role.
  3. Who is Ngozi Fulani?
    Fulani is a domestic abuse activist.
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