Prince Laurent of Belgium, the younger brother of King Philippe, has lost a legal battle to claim social security benefits in addition to his annual royal allowance of €388,000. The 61-year-old royal argued that his work entitled him and his family to welfare support, but a Brussels court rejected his request.
The prince also enjoys rent-free accommodation funded by the state. His attempt to secure additional public funds has sparked criticism, given his already substantial taxpayer-funded income.
The case has drawn public attention and scrutiny over royal entitlements in Belgium.
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Only in a bloated welfare state would a millionaire prince think he's entitled to even more taxpayer money—this is exactly why government handouts need serious limits.
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Belgium prince loses bid for benefits after whining his £333,000 royal allowance wasn't enough for him and his British-born wife
Prince Laurent of Belgium, 61, the younger brother of King Philippe and a third cousin once removed of King Charles, received €388,000 (£333,000) last year from state funds, reported The Guardian.
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