Ms Quinn's predecessor Rebecca Deacon, who left the post in 2017, stayed in the role for 10 years and was often spotted supporting the Duchess at royal engagements. (Image: Getty Images)Ms Quinn has worked as Kate's private secretary since October 2017 and is said to have been instrumental in helping her develop her 'early years' project. The mum-of-one's six-figure salary was paid by Prince Charles, through his private income from the Duchy of Cornwall. A private secretary's duties include organising official programmes and engagements and ensuring Kate is briefed on who she is going to meet. (Image: Stephen Lock / i-Images)In September, a source told The Mail on Sunday's You magazine , that the Duchess is a reasonable boss.

Source: Daily Mirror November 16, 2019 16:41 UTC