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King Charles will not live in Buckingham Palace after costly refit, reveals $17 million tax bill

King Charles III and Queen Camilla will not reside at Buckingham Palace following the completion of a decade-long refurbishment. The couple will instead continue living at Clarence House. This marks the first time since Queen Victoria that a monarch has chosen not to live at the palace.

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Official confirmation that the King will not move into Buckingham Palace despite the completion of costly renovations.

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  1. King Charles to forgo living at Buckingham Palace after 10-year refit

    King Charles III and Queen Camilla will not reside at Buckingham Palace following the completion of a decade-long refurbishment. The couple will instead continue living at Clarence House. This marks the first time since Queen Victoria that a monarch has chosen not to live at the palace.

    What's confirmed:

    • King Charles III and Queen Camilla will continue to reside at Clarence House.
    • The King will be the first monarch since Queen Victoria to choose not to live at Buckingham Palace.
    • The palace underwent a 10-year refurbishment program costing 369 million pounds or 487 million dollars.
    • The refurbishment program is scheduled to finish next year.
    • Buckingham Palace has served as the primary residence of the British monarch for nearly 200 years.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The King has a 17 million dollar tax bill.
    • The decision to not live at the palace is part of an effort to increase public access to the building.
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