Prince William told staff 'not to wear suits' around his kids to stop 'stuffy' atmosphere

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The Duke of Wales does not appear to be one for “stuffy” households, a new royal new book has claimed. As an aide, working for the royal family comes with a multitude of formalities including their work attire.

But, according to an extract from Valentine Low’s new book, Courtiers: the Hidden Power Behind the Crown, William told his staff to do away with their suits while inside the office, reports the The Times.

It is claimed this took place when William and Kate divided their time between Anmer Hall in Norfolk and Kensington Palace when their children were much smaller. “He wants it to be casual,” said one member of the household. “The kids run around the office, and he does not want it to be stuffy.

If we have important meetings, or are going to Buckingham Palace, then of course we [wear suits].” It started with casual Fridays, but then William told them that if they did not have important people coming in for meetings, they could dress casually. “This is where my family lives,” he told them.This comes after the book made a number of bombshell claims such as Prince Harry fearing he would become "irrelevant" when Prince George turns 18, says a source.The Duke of Sussex believed he had only a limited time to make a difference until his nephew, who is now second-in-line to the throne, became older. "He [Prince Harry] had this thing that he had a shelf life.