End of an Era: The Final Journey of the Royal Train
King Charles III agrees to decommission the historic Royal Train due to financial concerns, marking the end of a tradition tracing back to Queen Victoria. The decision is a part of broader efforts to modernize the royal household and manage public funds efficiently.
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The Royal Train, a symbol of the British monarchy's storied past, will soon be decommissioned, marking the end of a tradition that dates back to Queen Victoria's reign. Buckingham Palace announced the decision, citing high operational costs and the need for upgrades in a modern rail system.
King Charles III, in his efforts to modernize and trim royal expenses, accepted the train's retirement as vital. The Royal Train, a suite of nine railcars hitchable to commercial locomotives, will cease operations before its maintenance contract ends in 2027.
The palace's annual financial briefing highlighted a stable public funding of 86.3 million pounds for the royals, with emphasis placed on fiscal discipline and maintaining the monarchy's relevance in today's world.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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