A former prince has surrendered the lease on his former Royal Lodge home in Windsor more than half a century ahead of schedule following widespread public criticism over the rent arrangement. The Crown Estate confirmed the lease was returned early, with the former prince having covered £1.8 million in repair and restoration costs. Compensation of £302,000 has been awarded in connection with the surrender, marking an unusual resolution to the dispute. The decision comes after years of scrutiny over the financial terms of the property’s occupancy.
Former prince surrendered lease on home within its first 25 years after public outcry about the rent he paidAndrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been granted £302,000 in compensation after the lease on his former Royal Lodge home in Windsor was officially surrendered.A crown estate spokesperson said the former prince paid £1.8m in repair and restoration costs, and the lease was handed back more than 50 years early. Continue reading...
