IMO these 2 properties would be undesirable to general public because of required security, size, maintenance and price. Since “both tenants” paid large upfront costs to live there not to mention the $millions they paid for upkeep and repairs it could be argued that they “own” the properties. Although I believe ultimately because of death or changed circumstances these properties are never “owned” because they eventually revert to the crown.
The anti-monarchy mob seizes on any and all opportunities to discredit monarchy as is seen here.
People should keep in mind that the monarchy—despite its foibles— generates huge revenue for the government through tourism and sales of goods associated with royalty—ie clothing, products etc not to mention it creates so many jobs. It gives a high profile to many charities which benefit millions of people.
Literally billions of people around the world admire the royal family and its history.
It would be absolutely catastrophic for the UK to eliminate the monarchy.
It is your history and sets you apart from any other country in the world. Remember often you don’t miss something until it’s gone!
Peppercorn payment began in the Middle Ages to protect women’s inheritance. Legally they could rarely own property but trusteeship could be setup run by their relatives for peppercorns.
I think Princess Catherine will be behind them being transparent in all of their dealings. Edward never did anything of any standing and certainly did nothing to warrant being a paid member of the royals until covid or just before . He always gave me the impression of being a spoilt brat . He has certainly never been lacking in confidence and just like the fraud across the sea he too likes to hear his royal title . They supported his mother the late Queen in her later years but so thy should
IMO these 2 properties would be undesirable to general public because of required security, size, maintenance and price. Since “both tenants” paid large upfront costs to live there not to mention the $millions they paid for upkeep and repairs it could be argued that they “own” the properties. Although I believe ultimately because of death or changed circumstances these properties are never “owned” because they eventually revert to the crown.
The anti-monarchy mob seizes on any and all opportunities to discredit monarchy as is seen here.
People should keep in mind that the monarchy—despite its foibles— generates huge revenue for the government through tourism and sales of goods associated with royalty—ie clothing, products etc not to mention it creates so many jobs. It gives a high profile to many charities which benefit millions of people.
Literally billions of people around the world admire the royal family and its history.
It would be absolutely catastrophic for the UK to eliminate the monarchy.
It is your history and sets you apart from any other country in the world. Remember often you don’t miss something until it’s gone!
The monarchy MORE than pays for itself.
Peppercorn payment began in the Middle Ages to protect women’s inheritance. Legally they could rarely own property but trusteeship could be setup run by their relatives for peppercorns.
I think Princess Catherine will be behind them being transparent in all of their dealings. Edward never did anything of any standing and certainly did nothing to warrant being a paid member of the royals until covid or just before . He always gave me the impression of being a spoilt brat . He has certainly never been lacking in confidence and just like the fraud across the sea he too likes to hear his royal title . They supported his mother the late Queen in her later years but so thy should