Prince of Wales Appoints Prince George's Godfather to Advisory Role
Recent reports reveal that Queen Camilla's sister, an interior designer for the Duchy of Cornwall, has not been paid for her services during the 2023-2024 period.
This news coincides with the Prince of Wales appointing Prince George's godfather to an advisory role within the Duchy of Cornwall Estate. Following Queen Elizabeth's passing in September 2022, the heir to the throne inherited the Duchy of Cornwall Estate.
William Van Cutsem, a 44-year-old chartered surveyor with a strong interest in regenerative farming and a long-time friend of the Prince, has been appointed as an advisor, according to documents from the Duchy's annual report, as reported by the Daily Telegraph.
The announcement of Van Cutsem's appointment comes shortly after it was disclosed that Prince William has removed Queen Camilla's sister, Annabel Elliot, from the estate's payroll. Previously appointed by Charles, Elliot served as the chief designer of estates, overseeing interior design services across the holiday cottage portfolio in Cornwall, Wales, and the Isles of Scilly.
Elliot's payments ranged between £19,625 and £82,272 for property maintenance and furnishing expenditures, reimbursed under standard business practices. However, the most recent accounts for the estate, covering William's initial full year as Duke of Cornwall, indicate that Annabel Elliot did not receive payment for her services during the 2023-2024 period.
Recently, Annabel was tasked with overseeing the development of a visitor centre and restaurant at Balmoral, the King's Scottish residence, ahead of its anticipated public opening this summer. Royal sources have confirmed that she will continue to engage with household affairs as suitable opportunities arise.
Over the past 18 months, she is also believed to have undertaken various projects at the Sandringham Estate.
