On the recordJune 22, 2026
It is outrageous that there is a specific carve-out under freedom of information legislation for the royal family.
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Siân Berry
Green Party (England and Wales)
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independent.co.ukIt is outrageous that there is a specific carve-out under freedom of information legislation for the royal family.
Commenting on the Freedom of Information Act and the royal family.
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