The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have kept their word and paid back an estimated £2.4 million in taxpayer funds, which covered renovation costs for their Windsor residence
Back when Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were senior royals, the couple faced much scrutiny over their alleged lavish spendings. One particular backlash they faced was the amount of money spent over the renovation of Frogmore Cottage in Windsor, which the couple moved into shortly before the birth of their son, Archie.
According to the couple’s statement, the move had been necessary as their previous residence of Nottingham Cottage at Kensington Palace could not accommodate their growing family. As such, Queen Elizabeth herself reportedly offered Harry and Meghan the use of Frogmore Cottage, which was already undergoing mandated renovations.