The Queen, on the other hand, should require the resignation of those Ladies objected to by Sir Robert.

Lord Melbourne said, however, that the Prince must not have personal communication with Sir Robert on this subject, but he thought that I might through the medium of a common friend.
[Pageheading: LORD MELBOURNE'S ADVICE] _Memorandum by Mr Anson._ WINDSOR CASTLE, _5th May 1841._ Saw Lord Melbourne after his interview this morning with the Queen.

He says Her Majesty was perfectly calm and reasonable, and seemed quite prepared for the resignation of the Government.

He said she was prepared to give way upon the Ladies if required, but much wished that that point might be previously settled by negotiation with Sir R.
Peel, to avoid any discussion or difference.

Lord Melbourne thinks I might do this.