Royal Estates Face Scrutiny Over Millions Earned from Public Services

An investigation reveals King Charles and Prince William's duchies profit significantly from contracts with charities and public bodies.

A joint investigation by The Sunday Times and Channel 4's Dispatches uncovered significant income generated by the Duchy of Lancaster and Duchy of Cornwall.
King Charles and Prince William reportedly earn millions annually from their estates by charging rent to public services like the NHS, schools, and the Armed Forces.
The Duchy of Lancaster, owned by King Charles, and the Duchy of Cornwall, owned by Prince William, are exempt from certain taxes, raising concerns about transparency.
Critics have labeled the financial arrangements as 'corrupt' and 'hypocritical,' especially given the royal family's public commitment to charity and service.
The estates are defended as private, with a focus on environmental and social initiatives, but the investigation has sparked debate over the royals' financial practices.