King Charles Faces Backlash as Nearly All Highgrove Gardeners Quit Over Low Pay and 'Impossible' Demands

King Charles III is under intense scrutiny after 11 out of 12 gardeners at his cherished Highgrove estate resigned, citing low wages, overwhelming workloads, and a toxic work environment.

Reports allege that the King’s exacting and sometimes petty demands, along with poor pay and lack of resources, have led to plummeting morale and staff injuries. The King's Foundation has denied claims of a toxic workplace, but former staff describe micromanagement and emotional memos from the monarch. The controversy threatens King Charles’s reputation as a caring employer and casts a shadow over his beloved gardens.

Public backlash has grown as details of the staff exodus and workplace complaints continue to emerge.