Five armed officers have been banned from royal residences after a female staff member at Kensington Palace complained of “misogynistic” remarks.The Metropolitan Police carried out an internal investigation into the Royalty and Specialist Protection officers following the claims.The Kensington Palace staff member alleges multiple “inappropriate” and “misogynistic” comments, according to The Sun.One alleged remark, the newspaper reports, even saw one staff member lament that the Palace was “full of little Hitlers”.The Prince and Princess of Wales, who are said to have had no direct involvement in banning them but were informed, have a residence and an office at Kensington Palace.A Met Police spokesman said in a statement: “The reported behaviour falls below the high standards expected of officers, particularly those in frontline protective roles.”As a result of our internal investigation into this matter, the officers received reflective practice to consider their actions and identify learning for the future.”It remains a priority for the Met to ensure all officers and staff uphold the highest standards of professionalism, so we can continue to build trust and confidence with those we serve.”Five armed officers have been banned from royal residences after a female staff member at Kensington Palace complained of ‘misogynistic’ remarks | GETTYApartment 1A, Kate and William’s London home, is located in Kensington Palace | PAThe behaviour is not understood to have met the threshold for misconduct; however, the five officers have been barred from royal residences.The officers underwent reflective practice sessions designed to help them consider their actions and identify lessons for future conduct.Access passes were removed to prevent them from working at palaces in the future, according to the outlet.The comments are alleged to have been made between August 2023 and September 2024.The Prince and Princess of Wales have resided in Kensington Palace since 2013 | GETTYAn official complaint was filed by the female staff member in October 2024.The allegations centred on remarks perceived as misogynistic, though sources indicated the comments were relatively tame and not sexual in nature.One officer is believed to have bemoaned that the Palace is “full of little Hitlers” when asked to move his kit, while another is alleged to have tried to connect with the female employee on Facebook, which she deemed inappropriate.The officers in question served as static security personnel rather than members of the close protection team assigned directly to the Prince and Princess of Wales.The officers are now understood to be deployed on other armed policing assignments.Kensington Palace has functioned as William and Catherine’s official headquarters and residence since 2013, housing their offices within the 20-room Apartment 1A.The palace accommodates approximately fifty staff members and various members of the Royal Family.