Norman Baker

Norman Baker, a former Liberal Democrat MP and author known for his critique on royal finances, dives deep into the controversial funding of the monarchy. He discusses the Parliamentary inquiry into royal properties and the significant costs borne by taxpayers, suggesting a shift back to a civil list-style funding model with greater transparency. Baker highlights discrepancies in royal properties, peppercorn rents, and the implications of strained public resources. Their conversation also touches on Meghan Markle's Christmas show, juxtaposing celebrity portrayals with the realities of working parents.