How 'Financially Independent' Will Harry And Meghan Really Get?

How 'Financially Independent' Will Harry And Meghan Really Get?

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Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, plan to become financially independent from the British royal family. They currently rely on the Sovereign Grant and Prince Charles's income from the Duchy of Cornwall. They intend to stop using the Sovereign Grant except for royal travel but have not mentioned ceasing funds from Prince Charles. Security for the couple in the UK is provided by the Metropolitan Police, funded by the UK Home Office, but it's unclear who will cover security costs in North America. The couple did not consult the Queen before announcing their decision.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the two main sources of funding for Harry and Meghan before their decision to become financially independent?

The Duchy of Lancaster and the Crown Estate

The British government and private donations

The Sovereign Grant and Prince Charles's income

The UK Home Office and the Queen's personal funds

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of their official expenses did Harry and Meghan cover using the Sovereign Grant?

5%

10%

95%

50%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which source of funding have Harry and Meghan not mentioned giving up?

The UK Home Office

Prince Charles's income from the Duchy of Cornwall

The Queen's personal funds

The Sovereign Grant

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who will continue to provide security for Harry and Meghan while they are in the UK?

The Queen's personal guards

Private security firms

The UK Home Office

The British Army

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Did Harry and Meghan consult the Queen before announcing their decision to step back from royal duties?

No, they did not consult her

Yes, they had a detailed discussion

No, they consulted Prince Charles instead

Yes, but only after the announcement