Prince Charles charity linked to Russian offshore network

The Prince’s Charities Foundation, founded by Prince Charles, reportedly received thousands of pounds from an offshore company that is under investigation by prosecutors, a joint investigation by the BBC and The Guardian has suggested.

Moscow investment bank Troika Dialog is under international investigation for legitimately and illegitimately moving money in and out of Russia through its management of a number of offshore companies. The companies have also been linked to fraudulent activities.

Leaked bank data showed money from the network helped to restore stately home Dumfries House. According to the information seen by the publications, between 2009 and 2011, the foundation received three payments amounting to $202,000 (£153,000