British royals' taxpayer funding rises to £137.9m as bill seeks cut
Why This Matters
Key context: The British Royal Family receives £137.9 million through the Sovereign Grant in 2026/27, but a new bill proposes reducing the funding to £99.9 million the following year. Meanwhile, reports reveal Prince William’s £1.2 billion Duchy of Cornwall valuation and King Charles’ estimated £640 million fortune, raising questions about royal wealth, income and taxes. This development from timesofindia.indiatimes.com highlights ongoing changes in the sector.
The British Royal Family receives £137.9 million through the Sovereign Grant in 2026/27, but a new bill proposes reducing the funding to £99.9 million the following year. Meanwhile, reports reveal Prince William’s £1.2 billion Duchy of Cornwall valuation and King Charles’ estimated £640 million fortune, raising questions about royal wealth, income and taxes.
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