Episode 2
Over the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, the Windsors amassed extraordinary private wealth without us noticing. How did they do it? David Dimbleby shines a light on the secrets of royal money.
Over the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, the Windsors amassed extraordinary private wealth without us really noticing. How did they do it?
David Dimbleby shines a light on the secrets of royal money, revealing how Charles became the first billionaire to take the throne.
From tax exemptions to lobbying government, we discover how Queen Elizabeth II oversaw the most lucrative change to royal funding in two centuries.
David puts George Osborne in the hot seat to answer why the monarchy costs the taxpayer more than ever before and asks: is it worth the public cost?
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | David Dimbleby |
| Production Company | The Garden Productions |
Broadcasts
- Tue 9 Dec 2025 21:00
- Tue 16 Dec 2025 02:35