Andrew Moves to Smaller Taxpayer-Funded Home Amidst Public Outrage
Following controversy over lease payments, formal notice has been served to surrender the lease on Royal Lodge. The original agreement, made in 2003, involved a substantial upfront payment intended to cover future rent and repairs. However, a recent report suggests the property’s significant repair needs mean no compensation will likely be owed upon surrender. The King will cover the costs of the Duke of York’s new residence on the Sandringham Estate, a move reportedly delayed to avoid holiday season embarrassment.
John Q. Hosedrinker