The role of lady-in-waiting, long associated with the late Queen, has existed for centuries but now it could be set to end under plans to pare down and modernise the monarchy.
The position, involving a personal assistant-type role and close relationship with female senior royals, may be no longer seen to have a place in a more modern household being planned by Queen Consort Camilla, in keeping with the view of King Charles, according to reports.
Ladies-in-waiting to Queen Elizabeth ll during her record-breaking reign would have been at her side to help her with pickIng out outfits, bathing and dressing while others would have been involved in helping to organise her diary of official engagements and in arranging private family events. Over the years many are believed to have become her close companions and trusted friends.
