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The King will cut financial ties to the disgraced Duke of York after he refused to move out of his home, a royal writer has claimed.

Prince Andrew’s £1 million “living allowance”, received every year, has been withdrawn by Charles as he continues to seek to distance himself from his younger brother.

This is according to royal writer Robert Hardman, in the serialisation of a new book published by the Daily Mail.

The keeper of the privy purse was “instructed to sever [Andrew’s] living allowance”. It comes after Andrew reportedly refused to move out of the 30-room Royal Lodge mansion in Windsor Great Park into the smaller Frogmore Cottage – previously inhabited by Harry and Meghan.

“’The duke is no longer a financial burden on the King,’ confirms one familiar with the situation,” Mr Hardman writes.

“’He claims to have found other sources of income related to his contacts in international trade, sufficient to cover all his costs – which would be a welcome outcome for all parties if that turns out to be the case.

“’But as to whether this funding can be relied upon in the long term is another matter.”’

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Princess Kate forms ‘very close’ bond with King after shared health battles

Princess Kate has developed a notably close relationship with King Charles in recent months.

Known for her connections with various royals, Kate’s bond with the King appears to have deepened after both faced significant health challenges this year.

The Princess of Wales and the King underwent surgeries at the same hospital, both receiving cancer diagnoses shortly after their procedures.

This shared experience has seemingly strengthened their relationship, lending credence to Prince Harry’s assertion that illness can bring families closer together.

A source close to the Palace revealed that King Charles made a poignant gesture during Kate’s health scare in January, visiting her in her hospital room while he was also a patient at the London Clinic for his own prostate surgery.

According to Palace sources, the King views Kate with deep affection, considering her as a daughter.

“They are very close, and he thinks of Catherine as his daughter,” the source said.

The Princess of Wales announced in September she had completed her course of chemotherapy (Mike Egerton/PA) (PA Wire)

Alex Croft2 November 2024 19:19

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Busy past month for the Prince and Princess of Wales

It’s been a busy October for the Prince and Princess of Wales.

With the launch of new London air ambulances, a memorial for the Southport stabbings, the release of a documentary on homelessness and much more, Prince William has been busy and Kate Middleton has enjoyed a partial return to work after her cancer diagnosis earlier in the year.

Here’s what the pair got up to in October:

Alex Croft2 November 2024 17:24

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Full report: King ‘cuts financial ties to disgraced Prince Andrew after refusal to move out of home’

In what is a new low in the brothers’ relationship, Prince Andrew’s annual £1 million “living allowance” has been withdrawn by Charles, according to a new book by Robert Hardman.

The move will be seen as another step the monarch has taken to publicly distance himself from his younger brother following his association with convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

Tara Cobham2 November 2024 15:29

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In pictures: Military Wives’ Choir releases new song to mark King’s 76th birthday

Military Wives’ Choir performing the song November Sunday, released to mark the King’s forthcoming 76th birthday (Military Wives’ Choir/PA Wire)
King meets the Military Wives' Choir in 2014
King meets the Military Wives’ Choir in 2014 (Dominic Lipinski/PA Wire)

Alex Croft2 November 2024 13:35

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King ‘heartbroken’ about the ‘destruction and devastation’ following Spain floods

King Charles has offered his “sincere and heartfelt condolences” to the people of Spain following the devastating floods which have so far killed more than 200 people.

Addressed to King Felipe VI of Spain, the King wrote: “My wife and I were utterly heartbroken to learn of the destruction and devastation following the catastrophic flooding in Southern and Eastern Spain.

“So many in the United Kingdom have strong, personal ties to Spain, and our nations are bound by so much that we have in common.

“We extend our most sincere and heartfelt condolences to you and to the people of Spain for the tragic loss of so many lives. Our special thoughts, prayers and deepest possible sympathy are with all those who have lost loved ones and livelihoods this terrible week.”

Alex Croft2 November 2024 11:40

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King Charles severs financial ties with Prince Andrew

King Charles has instructed the royal purse-keeper to “sever” Prince Andrew’s annual £1 million allowance, according to royal writer Robert Hardman in a new book serialised by the Daily Mail.

The keeper of the privy purse was “instructed to sever [Andrew’s] living allowance” after the Duke of York refused to move out of his 30-room mansion the Royal Lodge into the smaller, nearby Frogmore Cottage.

“’The duke is no longer a financial burden on the King,’ confirms one familiar with the situation,” Mr Hardman writes.

“’He claims to have found other sources of income related to his contacts in international trade, sufficient to cover all his costs – which would be a welcome outcome for all parties if that turns out to be the case.

“’But as to whether this funding can be relied upon in the long term is another matter.’”

Alex Croft2 November 2024 09:43

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Princess Kate to miss Prince William’s Earthshot Prize Awards

As Prince William prepares to travel to Cape Town next week for the fourth Earthshot Prize Awards, Princess Kate will remain in Windsor with their three children.

After being diagnosed with cancer earlier this year and completing chemotherapy just two months ago, the 42-year-old Princess has chosen to prioritise her health and family during this time.

This marks the second consecutive year she has opted out of the event.

Prince William founded the Earthshot Prize is environmental awards back in 2020 to champion for green solutions for the world’s climate problems.

Last year, Kate missed the ceremony in Singapore while Prince George was taking his exams.

At the time, a senior Palace source said: “The Princess will not be attending. Prince George has exams that week and the Princess wants to be at home to support him.”

(Matt Porteous)

Alex Croft2 November 2024 07:00

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Ditching monarchy would represent ‘a loss of identity’ to many Brits, argues new study

Queen Elizabeth II’s death had a profound impact on national sentiment towards the monarchy, a study has claimed.

Academics from The Open University focused on individuals who participated in mourning events in Edinburgh and London following the monarch’s passing on 8 September, 2022.

During the ten-day mourning period that followed the longest-reigning monarch’s death, over 250,000 people queued to pay their respects in Westminster Hall.

You can read the full story below:

Salma Ouaguira2 November 2024 06:30

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King criticised ‘loathsome political correctness’ of most churches

A private letter from 1998 has revealed that King Charles believed the Orthodox Church was the only Christian denomination untainted by what he described as “loathsome political correctness.”

The correspondence, sent while he was still the Prince of Wales, shows his criticisms of the Church of England, of which he is the supreme governor.

The letter, marked “private and confidential,” was addressed to Dudley Popak, an interior designer who had worked closely with the royal family.

Following Mr Popak’s death in 2005, the letter became part of a collection of royal correspondence that was auctioned by Lay’s Auctioneers in Cornwall for over £1,700.

In the letter, Charles, then 49, wrote: “Personally, the older I get, the more I am drawn to the great, timeless traditions of the Orthodox Church. They are the only ones that have not been corrupted by loathsome political correctness.”

Salma Ouaguira2 November 2024 06:00

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Unseen pictures from William, Harry and Princess Diana’s trip to homeless shelter

William playing chess during a visit to The Passage in London in 1993 (The Passage/PA)
William playing chess during a visit to The Passage in London in 1993 (The Passage/PA) (PA Media)
William and Diana, Princess of Wales during a visit to The Passage in London in 1993 (The Passage/PA)
William and Diana, Princess of Wales during a visit to The Passage in London in 1993 (The Passage/PA) (PA Media)
William and Diana, Princess of Wales during a visit to The Passage in London in 1993 (The Passage/PA)
William and Diana, Princess of Wales during a visit to The Passage in London in 1993 (The Passage/PA) (PA Media)
William and Diana, Princess of Wales during a visit to The Passage in London in 1993 (The Passage/PA)
William and Diana, Princess of Wales during a visit to The Passage in London in 1993 (The Passage/PA) (PA Media)

Salma Ouaguira2 November 2024 05:00

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