Overview
- The government order expanding Sandringham’s restricted airspace now covers the area reported as Marsh Farm, with the regulation enacted on September 16 and in force since September 22 for security reasons.
- Marsh Farm on the estate is widely reported to be under refurbishment for his use, though Buckingham Palace has not confirmed the specific property.
- Some belongings have been removed from Royal Lodge and placed into storage, and sources suggest he is unlikely to leave before February even as preparations continue.
- The Crown Estate’s initial dilapidations assessment indicates he is unlikely to receive early-surrender compensation, after formal notice to give up the Royal Lodge lease was served on October 30.
- Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee has opened scrutiny of Crown Estate leasing arrangements to royals, while Sarah Ferguson’s future accommodation remains unsettled and staff face a major downsizing effort.