Is King Charles a 'bully'? Former palace staffer raises allegations, 'they treat you like...'

King Charles III has come under fire amid allegations of fostering a toxic work environment within the royal palaces, with former staff taking to job review platform Glassdoor to vent their grievances. The damning accusations, revealed in a report by Radar Online, paint a picture of a workplace riddled with favoritism, microaggressions, and bullying.

The claims emerge as the 74-year-old monarch continues to battle cancer in the twilight years of his reign, adding another layer of scrutiny to an already tumultuous period for the Royal Family.

“Avoid This Place for Your Health”

One former Buckingham Palace warden did not mince words in their review, warning others to stay away for their "physical and mental health." The anonymous ex-employee criticized the management team for their classist hiring practices and alleged that the toxic atmosphere was enabled by senior staff. “They make it their life’s mission to ensure seasonal staff feel extremely unwelcome,” the review seethed.


The former warden also claimed favoritism was rampant, with suggestions dismissed as personal attacks. "The novelty wears off fast. You can easily find a job that pays the same—if not better—without sacrificing your sanity,” the scathing review concluded.

Communication Workers and Gardeners Share Their Frustration

Another former employee in the palace’s communications department described the environment as a breeding ground for bullying. “Avoid at all costs. Awful behavior is allowed and ignored,” they claimed.

An ex-gardener echoed the complaints, alleging a “culture of office politics” and unrealistic expectations to sacrifice personal time for the role.

These revelations follow a similar controversy involving Prince Harry’s wellness company, BetterUp, where former employees alleged toxic workplace behavior. Harry, who reportedly earns $1 million annually as the company’s chief impact officer, was criticized alongside the firm for fostering a “Toxic Boys’ Club” culture, according to reviews.

Palace Yet to Respond

As of now, Buckingham Palace has not issued a statement addressing the recent allegations. However, with mounting public scrutiny and growing criticism of palace culture, calls for transparency and reform are likely to intensify. Whether these claims will lead to significant change remains to be seen, but one thing is clear—working behind the palace gates may not be as regal as it seems.