Prince Charles’ Charity Investigated by Police After Allegedly Awarding Honors in Exchange for Donations

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The Metropolitan Police announced on Wednesday, February 16, that they were launching an investigation amid claims that Prince Charles‘ charity was involved in a cash-for-honors scheme.The authorities noted that there were allegations that donations to The Prince’s Foundation secured official honors and British citizenship for a Saudi businessman.

According to Scotland Yard, the foundation provided authorities with the requested relevant paperwork. It was then determined that a formal investigation was needed.“The decision follows an assessment of a September 2021 letter.

This related to media reporting alleging offers of help were made to secure honours and citizenship for a Saudi national,” the police said in a statement on Wednesday, noting that the offense falls under the Honours (Prevention of Abuses) Act 1925. “The Special Enquiry Team has conducted the assessment process which has included contacting those believed to hold relevant information.”The authorities added: “Officers liaised with The Prince’s Foundation about the findings of an independent investigation into fundraising practices.

The Foundation provided a number of relevant documents. These documents were reviewed alongside existing information. The assessment determined an investigation will commence.”In a statement to Us Weekly, The Prince’s Foundation noted that it is “inappropriate to comment on an ongoing investigation.”Clarence House previously told BBC that Charles had “no knowledge of the alleged offer of honours or British citizenship on the basis of donation to his charities.” Queen Elizabeth II‘s eldest son is not involved in the day-to-day activities of the foundation.The allegations surrounded Michael Fawcett, the prince’s former valet, who