What is Duchy Originals? Is it anything to do with the Duchy of Cornwall?
Duchy Originals is a company which The Prince of Wales set up in 1990, principally to sell organic food products. Since then, it has become established as a leading organic and natural food brand…
Who pays for The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry?
The Prince of Wales, The Duchess of Cornwall, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry, do not receive a Civil List or a Parliamentary Annuity, but use the income from the Duchy of Cornwall…
Does The Prince of Wales pay tax?
Yes. The Prince of Wales pays income tax at the 50 per cent rate on his income from the Duchy of Cornwall, after his business-related costs are deducted. His taxes are checked by the Inland Revenue, like…
Why doesn't the Duchy of Cornwall pay corporation tax?
Only companies pay corporation tax. The Duchy is not a company, it is a trust which was set up to generate income for Princes of Wales. The Prince pays income tax on that income and it would therefore…
Will The Duchess become Queen when The Prince becomes King?
As was explained at the time of their wedding in April 2005, it is intended that The Duchess will be known as HRH The Princess Consort when The Prince of Wales accedes to The Throne.
Does The Prince of Wales intend to have a multi-faith Coronation?
Contrary to some press reports claiming that The Prince wants to hold a multi-faith Coronation when he becomes King, His Royal Highness has not been involved in any discussions or planning for the next…
What is the official residence of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge?
The official residence of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge is Kensington Palace. The couple’s main home will continue to be their house on Anglesey, and their Household Office is currently based at…
Why is The Prince of Wales asked for his approval on various Government bills?
It is a long established convention that The Prince, as Duke of Cornwall, is asked by Parliament to provide consent to those bills which Parliament has decided would affect Duchy of Cornwall interests…
What does The Prince of Wales do to reduce his own carbon footprint?
What does The Prince of Wales do to reduce his own carbon footprint?The Prince of Wales has been an environmental leader for over 40 years, working with businesses, charities, governments and other organisations…
Are the reports that The Duchess is still a smoker true?
No. The Duchess of Cornwall gave up smoking many years ago.