The documents also shed light on how Buckingham Palace negotiated controversial clauses – still in place – exempting the queen and her household from laws that prevent race and sex discrimination. Buckingham Palace refused to answer questions about the ban and when it was revoked. For many years, critics have regularly pointed out that the royal household employed few black, Asian or minority-ethnic people. A Buckingham Palace spokesperson said: “The royal household and the sovereign comply with the provisions of the equality Act, in principle and in practice. This is reflected in the diversity, inclusion and dignity-at-work policies, procedures and practices within the royal household.

Source: The Irish Times June 03, 2021 10:13 UTC