Multiple outlets report that Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie have lived in royal residences in London without paying rent for years, citing findings discussed in connection with a National Audit Office report. Coverage says the sisters, who are not working royals, are housed in properties including Kensington Palace and St James’ Palace. The reporting states that King Charles is the party covering the cost of their accommodation, drawing renewed attention to how non-working members of the Royal Family are funded for housing.
Several articles focus on the fact that both princesses hold jobs and are married, while their day-to-day roles in official royal duties are limited or absent compared with working royals. The i and others also note that the revelations raise questions about how long the arrangement continues and what it means for their future within the Royal Family.
While the outlets vary in how much detail they provide about the residences and their interiors, they broadly agree on the central point: rent-free palace accommodation is being paid for by the King, and this arrangement is now under increased scrutiny following the public reporting of the audit-related information.
