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BARROVIANS have had their say on the claims £2.4million of taxpayers cash has been used to foot a renovation bill for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s early 19th century country home.
The revelation came after royal accounts revealed the large amount had been used to renovate the royal couple’s Frogmore Cottage, near Windsor Castle.
Taking to Facebook The Mail’s readers had mixed opinions.
Lori Boo Robbo said: “Our NHS is in need of more money.
“Children services in need of funding.
“Children are looking for forever homes.
“Mental health services are in crisis.
“We need more police officers.
“Sex predators targeting children.
“Knife crime.
“So you tell me why did they need a refurbishment?”
Noel Hunt said: “Disgraceful.”
Donna Rodgers said: “Not a chance, give it to NHS, Schools and the Elderly. Disgrace.”
However, the royal couple did have some opposition commenters defending the use of tax payers money for the Windsor residence refurbishment.
Adam David Parkinson said: “They bring plenty of money into the country via tourism.
“£2.4million on modernising a 200-year-old listed building isn’t that much.”
Wendy J Smith said: “Yes (I agree with the renovation), they bring a lot of money into the country via tourism.”
Paul Wignall said: “Totally agree.
“The Royal family bring millions of pounds of revenue into this country.
“We are the envy of the world in having such great ambassadors.”
Paul Swift said: “People only see the cost of things, and then call the Royal Family benefit scum.”
The cottage, which was originally known as Double Garden Cottage, underwent the major work after the decision was made to turn five properties into a single home for the couple and their baby son Archie.
All fittings and fixtures, including a luxury kitchen and bathroom, have been privately paid for by the duke and duchess.
As well as the £2.4million taxpayers cash, used to foot the refurbishment bill, accounts for the Sovereign Grant, which funds the Queen and her household’s official expenses, show the monarchy cost taxpayers £67million during 2018-19 – an increase of almost £20million on the previous financial year.
