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This section answers frequently asked questions about The Prince of Wales, his work and his family. It will be updated on a regular basis with both serious and lighter topics.

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What does The Prince of Wales do to reduce his own carbon footprint?
The Prince of Wales has been an environmental leader for more than 30 years. For much of that time he has worked with businesses, governments and...

Are the reports that The Duchess is still a smoker true?
No.  The Duchess of Cornwall gave up smoking many years ago.

Does The Prince of Wales intend to have a multi-faith Coronation?
Contrary to some press reports claiming that The Prince wants to hold a multi-faith Coronation when he becomes King, His Royal Highness has not been...

How many engagements do The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall undertake each year?
In 2008-2009, The Prince of Wales conducted 658 official engagements, of which 83 were overseas. The Duchess of Cornwall undertook 225, of which 56...

Does The Prince of Wales conduct any engagements in place of The Queen?
Yes he does. Every year The Prince conducts a number of investitures at Buckingham Palace, as well as receiving overseas heads of state and prime...

How often do The Prince and The Duchess travel overseas?
There are normally two official overseas tours each year, one in the Spring and one in the Autumn. However, in 2008 - 2009, The Prince and The...

Will The Duchess become Queen when The Prince becomes King?
As was explained at the time of their wedding in April 2005, it is intended that The Duchess will be known as HRH The Princess Consort when The...

Why doesn't the Duchy of Cornwall pay corporation tax?
Only companies pay corporation tax. The Duchy is not a company, it is a trust which was set up to generate income for Princes of Wales. The Prince...

Does The Prince of Wales pay tax?
Yes. The Prince of Wales pays income tax at the 40 per cent rate on his income from the Duchy of Cornwall, after his business-related costs are...

Who pays for Princes William and Harry?
Both Prince William and Prince Harry receive a salary from the British Army.   Any additional costs are met by The Prince of Wales or from their own...



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