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Feuds, power and entitlement: 5 revealing royal books

British publishing, like its women’s magazines, feeds off the royals. The latest tabloid furore is over Charles, Earl Spencer’s book, Swan Song, honouring his late sister Princess Diana. Spencer’s claim that King Charles spoke dismissively about his late wife soon after her death has already earned a sharp, and unusual,…

The Conversation · Sep 22

Why Princesses Beatrice, Eugenie Won't Lose Their Wealth Despite Dad Andrew's Scandal

Princess Beatrice and Eugenie remain financially secure despite their father Andrew's scandals, thanks to inherited wealth, trust funds, and affluent marriages.

International Business Times UK · Jun 29

At last, an economic policy we can all get behind – doubling the royal family’s funding

But with rumours about a certain workshy Windsor circulating this week, are we actually encouraging joblessness with an overly generous safety net, asks Guardian columnist Marina Hyde

The Guardian - UK · Jun 26

King Charles Allegedly Pays for Beatrice and Eugenie's Rents While Andrew Pocketed Hidden Cash

Royal rents under scrutiny as King Charles pays Beatrice, Eugenie and the Kents, while Andrew generates cottage income, with MPs now seeking answers on transparency.

International Business Times UK · Jun 6

Calls for inquiry into all royal finances after Andrew subletting revelations

MPs urged to push for ‘radical reform’ after NAO finds former prince made income from Royal Lodge properties

The Guardian - UK · Jun 5

All the revelations about Andrew, Beatrice, Eugenie and other royals in new finance report

Former Lib Dem minister Norman Baker accused the royal family of ‘taking the public for a complete ride’

Evening Standard · Jun 5

Prince William's £500m Duchy Gamble: Royal Land Sell-Off to Build and Power Homes and Save Nature

Prince William plans to sell 20% of the Duchy of Cornwall to fund housing and environmental projects, marking a shift towards social impact and sustainability for the historic estate.

International Business Times UK · May 20

Prince William plans massive £500 million UK estate sale to fund affordable homes, green projects

In a groundbreaking move, Prince William has announced plans to sell off 20% of the Duchy of Cornwall's estate, projecting to generate £500 million over the next ten years. This money will be pivotal in developing thousands of affordable housing units, enhancing job opportunities in rural communities, and initiating comprehensive…

The Times of India · May 18

Edward and Sophie ‘raked in £130,000 sub-letting stables on £30,000,000 estate’

Critics say the money should return to the Treasury via the Crown Estate

Evening Standard · Mar 21

The staggering wealth of the royals, and how taxpayers pick up the bill

The spotlight has turned on the Royals’ “vast wealth”. Chris Blackhurst reports

Evening Standard · Jan 18