Harry and Meghan’s fiery remarks ‘Buckingham’ plans to take unprecedented action

The royal source told CNN: “Diversity is an issue that has been taken seriously by royal families. We have policies, procedures and programs in place, but we haven’t seen the progress we want, and there is still a lot to do, and we can always improve our procedures. “

“The work to achieve this has been going on for some time and is happening with the full support of the royal family,” the source added.
Regarding reports circulating in several UK media that the royal family may appoint a diversity chief, the source said it was “something to consider”, but “it is too early” to announce “firm plans” .

The royal source added: “There are a lot of steps being considered. The idea of ​​someone leading this work and looking at diversity and inclusion is something that needs to be considered. But it is too early to do so. announce firm plans. We are in talks on this. “

This comes two weeks after Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle’s interview was broadcast with media Oprah Winfrey, in which they said a member of the royal family expressed “concern” over the color of their son Archie, who is now 22. months, during Meghan’s pregnancy with him.

The couple did not reveal the identity of this person during the interview, but they were careful to keep suspicions out of Queen Elizabeth and her husband Prince Philip.

After the interview, Buckingham Palace issued a statement in which Queen Elizabeth expressed ‘sorrow’ for the hardships Harry and his wife faced, and confirmed that their allegations of racism ‘will be taken seriously’ .