The Guardian's main story is that because of a system dating back to feudal times, King Charles III is able to profit from the assets of some people who die without a will or a known next of kin. Ownerless property in some parts of northern England reverts to the Duchy of Lancaster, the King's property and land estate. Funds are, claims the paper, being used to finance the renovation of property owned by the King. The Duchy says that anything left from the ownerless properties after deducting costs is given to charity.

Source: Daily Mail November 24, 2023 18:19 UTC