A seasoned broadcaster claims Prince William “hates” a particular Royal tradition and plans to implement significant reforms once he ascends to the throne.

David Dimbleby, 87, shared his insights before his three-part BBC documentary debuts. Dimbleby has reported on numerous Royal occasions, including Princess Diana‘s funeral in 1997 and Queen Elizabeth II‘s in 2022, and his forthcoming program is titled ‘What’s the Monarchy For?’. The veteran journalist discussed aspects of Royal protocol that have become outdated, reports the Express.

He said “I don’t understand why people, particularly with the late Queen, were so flummoxed when they met her — men curtseying, people forgetting what to say and all that.

“I don’t like the obsequiousness. I don’t like that at all. Incidentally, a view which I think William shares, from what I hear. The bowing and scraping element is quite out of date and ridiculous, and the pomposity of the court, which still exists a bit, is absurd.”

He told the Telegraph: “I’m pro-monarchy if it suits the spirit of the times. I’m not pro-flamboyant monarchy of the Disneyland type. I’m not pro the argument that it brings in American tourists, that’s one of the worst arguments of all.”

He also claimed, “There is a ‘growing tide’ of people, particularly young people, who are no longer in favor of a monarchy.”

The broadcaster explained: “I don’t think we’re going to be a republic any time soon, but I’m not saying that I think a republic would be worse than a monarchy. I think if it could be devised in a way that was acceptable, it might be as good.”

Overall, he believes that a “carefully constructed form of monarchy” led by King William represents “the likely option, and a perfectly good option if it works.”

Mr Dimbleby also took aim at the Royal Family’s “antiquated” privileges, including their legal exemption from paying tax.

William has recently acknowledged that he has significant plans for when his turn comes to assume the throne.

Prince William recently spoke with actor Eugene Levy, host of Apple TV+’s The Reluctant Traveler, regarding his vision to modernize the monarchy upon becoming King.

In conversation with Eugene, William said: “I think it’s safe to say that change is on my agenda. Change for good.”

William, however, did not go into detail about the changes he has planned.

The BBC program arrives amid polling data indicating that public backing for the Royal Family has declined somewhat following the most recent developments concerning Andrew.