Sir Clive Alderton to Leave Role as King Charles' Principal Private Secretary

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Sir Clive Alderton, the Principal Private Secretary to King Charles III and Queen Camilla, announced he will step down from his post next year after two decades of service in the Royal Household. His resignation will coincide with his 60th birthday in May. Alderton has been in his current role for 11 years, guiding the monarchy through the transition from Queen Elizabeth II to King Charles III and the recent coronation.

Buckingham Palace said the Majesties are "deeply grateful" for his counsel and will commence an open recruitment process to appoint a successor, considering both internal and external candidates. Alderton, who joined the royal staff in 2006, previously served as Ambassador to Morocco (2012‑2015) and was knighted in 2022. He pledged to remain supportive in a less formal capacity after his departure.

The announcement was made public by the Palace as it prepares for the hand‑over, with the new secretary expected to start in spring or summer of the following year.

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Buckingham Palace · Buckingham Palace · King Charles III · Queen Camilla · Royal Household · Sir Clive Alderton · United Kingdom

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[○ 1 SOURCE] He served as Ambassador to Morocco from 2012 to 2015. www.townandcountrymag.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Sir Clive Alderton has served in the Royal Household for 20 years, including 11 years as Principal Private Secretary. www.gbnews.com · www.townandcountrymag.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Sir Clive Alderton will leave his position as Principal Private Secretary to King Charles and Queen Camilla next year. www.gbnews.com · www.townandcountrymag.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Buckingham Palace will launch a thorough and open recruitment process to find his replacement. www.gbnews.com · www.townandcountrymag.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Sir Clive Alderton joined the Royal Household in 2006 as Deputy Private Secretary to then-Prince Charles and Camilla. www.townandcountrymag.com
[● 3 SOURCES] His departure will coincide with his 60th birthday in May. www.gbnews.com · www.townandcountrymag.com
[● 3 SOURCES] He pledged to remain supportive in a less formal capacity after retirement. www.gbnews.com · www.townandcountrymag.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Sir Clive Alderton was knighted in 2022. www.townandcountrymag.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The King and Queen expressed deep gratitude for Sir Clive Alderton’s service. www.gbnews.com · www.townandcountrymag.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Sir Clive Alderton joined the Royal Household in 2006. www.townandcountrymag.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Sir Clive Alderton has served as Principal Private Secretary for 11 years. www.gbnews.com · www.townandcountrymag.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Sir Clive Alderton will leave his position as Principal Private Secretary to the King and Queen next year. www.gbnews.com · www.townandcountrymag.com