The monarchy is to receive a boost of more than £45 million, with a 53% jump in its official annual income to more than £130 million.Soaring profits from the Crown Estate to £1.1 billion mean the taxpayer-funded Sovereign Grant, which supports the official duties of the royal family, will increase from £86.3 million in 2024/2025 to £132 million in 2025/2026.

The monarchy is to receive a boost of more than £45 million, with a 53% jump in its official annual income to more than £130 million.Soaring profits from the Crown Estate to £1.1 billion mean the taxpayer-funded Sovereign Grant, which supports the official duties of the royal family, will increase from £86.3 million in 2024/2025 to £132 million in 2025/2026.