General · 26 June 2026

King Charles criticised for not living in Palace

A London Labour politician has criticised King Charles for not living in Buckingham Palace after its £370 million refurbishment. Baroness Margaret Hodge believes it's a "problem" that so much money was spent on the upgrade, but the Palace won't be the Monarch's residence. Royal sources say the King hasn't lived there for years and most people wouldn't notice a difference.

By BriefTea Editorial · 26 June 2026 at 16:11

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