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Ham pr disaster thread 35! …Charles has played a blinder!

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jeffgoldblum · 07/09/2026 18:47

A continuation of the shenanigans of our favourite non working royals! 😁

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canklesmctacotits · 07/09/2026 22:42

I think this has to be to stave off any suggested repeat of Harry turning up in the Ukraine or Gaza/ the West Bank. For some eg the Israelis, Harry could be THE most useful idiot and that’s why this letter is public. Everyone, literally everyone is on notice that he isn’t representative of the country. The govt and Charles put in a lot of work and money, there’s no way they can risk Harry going anywhere near these places now that it’s publicized he’s back in with his dad. The govt had to think twice before letting Phillip on the loose for heaven’s sake. And I can’t see Burnham having any time for Harry or Meghan. He’s absolutely not going to indulge Harry.

I think there’s probably also an element of local councils/dignitaries wondering whether or not they get a red carpet, whether to authorize overtime and cancel leave for catering/cleaning/security staff. Who should they send the bill to, they’ll be asking themselves. This answers that.

As would the local oxfordshire/Glocs police force who might be being asked to put a plain clothes policeman/woman or two in a car outside whichever school morning and afternoon. Head of that police force will also be wondering to whom that bill should be sent. The letter tells them to sort it out themselves (ie absorb the cost if they want to) or ask BP.

MidlyConcerned · 07/09/2026 22:42

BigWillyLittleTodger · 07/09/2026 22:31

If would have been a very good opportunity to remove them from the royal website at the same time as this statement, two birds with one stone, IIRC correctly on the website it says they live overseas so it will need to be updated……🤔 will be watching with interest.

Absol bloody outley BigWilly!!!!

OlympicWomen · 07/09/2026 22:43

MidlyConcerned · 07/09/2026 22:14

He’s weak, enabling and 5 years too late. An entitled and pathetic man and like I’ve said before, you can see where his youngest son gets it from.

But before the Charles Squad jump on me I won’t be derailing this thread to talk about Charles. The last one was boring enough with all the Diana posts!

There is no "Charles Squad". Plus no-one does any jumping. It's a discussion thread. Opinions vary, most of us agree that's ok!

Serenster · 07/09/2026 22:43

From the ipaper this evening (I suspect most media outlets will have received this comment):

The Sussexes’ office did not respond immediately but a friend of the couple insisted that Harry, as the King’s son and brother of the future monarch, could never be an entirely private citizen.

“Some people will say, ‘But they’re private citizens.’ Nonsense. Utter nonsense. They are two of the most high-profile people in the world,” the friend insisted. “The idea that Harry, who is the King’s son and brother to the future King, could ever live an entirely private life is for the birds.”

OlympicWomen · 07/09/2026 22:45

Oh dear god, @canklesmctacotits! The Ukraine?. The Middle East?!
Fools rush in.
What was that lie he told about the supply corridor? I believe the Israelis invited him to check it out.
He really is extraordinarily foolish.

Starryfifty · 07/09/2026 22:46

Serenster · 07/09/2026 22:43

From the ipaper this evening (I suspect most media outlets will have received this comment):

The Sussexes’ office did not respond immediately but a friend of the couple insisted that Harry, as the King’s son and brother of the future monarch, could never be an entirely private citizen.

“Some people will say, ‘But they’re private citizens.’ Nonsense. Utter nonsense. They are two of the most high-profile people in the world,” the friend insisted. “The idea that Harry, who is the King’s son and brother to the future King, could ever live an entirely private life is for the birds.”

AMW is a monarch's son and brother of now monarch. He's living privately

MidlyConcerned · 07/09/2026 22:48

Just had a look at the royal website, never had a look before. And it is indeed embarrassingly out of date. It mentions he co-founded Sentebale but no mention that he is no longer involved.

I suspect you’re right @BigWillyLittleTodgerand we can expect a big clean up soon!!

canklesmctacotits · 07/09/2026 22:48

Ugggghhhhh. Of COURSE he can live privately. He just doesn’t think he can because he’s never tried and he doesn’t have the imagination to work out how he might. And mostly, he doesn’t want to!!

OlympicWomen · 07/09/2026 22:49

canklesmctacotits · 07/09/2026 22:48

Ugggghhhhh. Of COURSE he can live privately. He just doesn’t think he can because he’s never tried and he doesn’t have the imagination to work out how he might. And mostly, he doesn’t want to!!

This ⬆️

murasaki · 07/09/2026 22:50

Particularly the 'doesn't want to' bit.

BigWillyLittleTodger · 07/09/2026 22:52

MidlyConcerned · 07/09/2026 22:48

Just had a look at the royal website, never had a look before. And it is indeed embarrassingly out of date. It mentions he co-founded Sentebale but no mention that he is no longer involved.

I suspect you’re right @BigWillyLittleTodgerand we can expect a big clean up soon!!

Let’s hope so, this is the perfect time for it, will be keeping my eyes peeled 👀

LaMarschallin · 07/09/2026 22:56

Serenster · 07/09/2026 22:43

From the ipaper this evening (I suspect most media outlets will have received this comment):

The Sussexes’ office did not respond immediately but a friend of the couple insisted that Harry, as the King’s son and brother of the future monarch, could never be an entirely private citizen.

“Some people will say, ‘But they’re private citizens.’ Nonsense. Utter nonsense. They are two of the most high-profile people in the world,” the friend insisted. “The idea that Harry, who is the King’s son and brother to the future King, could ever live an entirely private life is for the birds.”

Interesting, Serenster, thanks.
That's nice of the friend, isn't it?
Obviously very close to the couple.

OlympicWomen · 07/09/2026 22:58

LaMarschallin · 07/09/2026 22:56

Interesting, Serenster, thanks.
That's nice of the friend, isn't it?
Obviously very close to the couple.

Yes, a very insistent friend.

OliveMyLove · 07/09/2026 23:00

OlympicWomen · 07/09/2026 22:58

Yes, a very insistent friend.

Was the voice obviously disguised?

MidlyConcerned · 07/09/2026 23:01

LaMarschallin · 07/09/2026 22:56

Interesting, Serenster, thanks.
That's nice of the friend, isn't it?
Obviously very close to the couple.

I genuinely laughed out loud at this comment. The sarcasm was so thick I could have put it on toast!

Probably taste better than As Ever spread tbh!

bluegreygreen · 07/09/2026 23:17

For some eg the Israelis, Harry could be THE most useful idiot and that’s why this letter is public.

Seriously?

https://archive.is/q0ikl

Israel’s deputy foreign minister, Sharren Haskel, hit back at the Duke and claimed his accusations that corridors had been shut were false and invited him to visit the country.

She also sent out a message: “Prince Harry, With all due respect, before using your global platform to level accusations against Israel, I would suggest a very simple step: come and see for yourself.

“I personally invite you to visit the humanitarian corridor and witness firsthand how aid is coordinated and delivered. You are welcome to speak directly with the British general serving at the CMCC center — the British representative who acts as deputy commander alongside the American forces overseeing the movement of humanitarian goods. He will tell you clearly: the corridors are open, and thousands of trucks are entering every day.”

Lunde · 07/09/2026 23:21

Mylovelygreendress · 07/09/2026 20:15

The Alliterate one is Meghan . The story is about her pre marital activities. Allegedly.

Is there a book coming out or something? There has been a blind about the "alliterate one's" premarital activities and the reasons why she decided to grab onto PH for several days now on that site ..... 😵

Some of the stories have been around a long time but others are shocking.

OlympicWomen · 07/09/2026 23:21

bluegreygreen · 07/09/2026 23:17

For some eg the Israelis, Harry could be THE most useful idiot and that’s why this letter is public.

Seriously?

https://archive.is/q0ikl

Israel’s deputy foreign minister, Sharren Haskel, hit back at the Duke and claimed his accusations that corridors had been shut were false and invited him to visit the country.

She also sent out a message: “Prince Harry, With all due respect, before using your global platform to level accusations against Israel, I would suggest a very simple step: come and see for yourself.

“I personally invite you to visit the humanitarian corridor and witness firsthand how aid is coordinated and delivered. You are welcome to speak directly with the British general serving at the CMCC center — the British representative who acts as deputy commander alongside the American forces overseeing the movement of humanitarian goods. He will tell you clearly: the corridors are open, and thousands of trucks are entering every day.”

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Oh my god. His ignorance and arrogance. Why would you wade into a conflict like that.
Leave well alone! Fool

StartupRepair · 07/09/2026 23:24

I wonder if he has been putting out feelers about 'representing' the King in Canada or Australia.

Lunde · 07/09/2026 23:28

JSMill · 07/09/2026 21:09

Aah! That makes sense! The letter was sent last Tuesday and on Sunday, there were stories about M reconnecting (or something like that) with UK charities in the media so BP realised H and M hadn’t learnt the lesson so they went public.

I wonder if BP is fed up of fielding calls and e-mails because HAM and their PR are determined to push the boundaries behind the scenes and giving the impression that they have the King's blessing?

Perhaps also they have attempted to manipulate other organisations into lobbying for their security/ invitations to Remembrance events etc. Funny how they claim to be unable to do the scary school run yet intend to go skydiving!

bluegreygreen · 07/09/2026 23:28

OlympicWomen · 07/09/2026 23:21

Oh my god. His ignorance and arrogance. Why would you wade into a conflict like that.
Leave well alone! Fool

Of course, there were also the Post-it messages ...

https://archive.is/jzB7s

Mylovelygreendress · 07/09/2026 23:29

Lunde · 07/09/2026 23:21

Is there a book coming out or something? There has been a blind about the "alliterate one's" premarital activities and the reasons why she decided to grab onto PH for several days now on that site ..... 😵

Some of the stories have been around a long time but others are shocking.

I understand there is a book but don’t know details . There’s a new pretty shocking blind tonight but I am not going to link it as I know some people are uncomfortable about them as they are rumours not facts .

jeffgoldblum · 07/09/2026 23:29

DaisyDooley · 07/09/2026 21:37

I disappear to finish making dinner, eat it, clear up, put the hedgehog food out, weewee the Labrador - and I’ve missed the start of the new thread by 5 bloody pages! No wave for me!
Anyway, saw this when I popped over to twitter and through it was rather nice.
I quite like to think that all of the royals I really like sat round a table at Balmoral with a few bottles, kids in bed, and prepared that statement.
I certainly think it had a few royal fingers in it!
Esp this one ⬇️

Well hello daisy!!! 😉👋

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OliveMyLove · 07/09/2026 23:31

bluegreygreen · 07/09/2026 23:28

Of course, there were also the Post-it messages ...

https://archive.is/jzB7s

That was disturbing and I had to stop reading. They’ll use anyone to make themselves look good?

KilkennyCats · 07/09/2026 23:32

bluegreygreen · 07/09/2026 23:28

Of course, there were also the Post-it messages ...

https://archive.is/jzB7s

“I’m in charge of banana messaging” 😆

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