Sarah Ferguson reportedly closed six business ventures over just a few days as she faces renewed scrutiny and questions about her finances amid ex-Prince Andrew’s scandal. New filings in the United Kingdom indicate that the former Duchess of York has moved to close down a cluster of companies linked to her name.
As such, the BBC reports that documents filed with Companies House show six firms connected to Ferguson are in the process of being struck off the register.
Sarah Ferguson reportedly orders shutting down of six companies in her name amid scandal
The BBC reported that Sarah Ferguson is shutting down six business outlets amid ex-Prince Andrew’s scandal. Ferguson reportedly serves as the director of all six firms. The companies could be removed from the register in around ten days unless someone shows a legal reason to stop it.
Per the BBC, the businesses listed for closure include S Phoenix Events, Fergie’s Farm, La Luna Investments, Solamoon Ltd, Philanthrepreneur Ltd, and Planet Partners Productions Ltd. The report noted that the companies have little public presence. Moreover, most of them appear to have had limited activity in recent years, while several are listed as dormant.
Companies House listings for five of the six reportedly show an application to strike the company off the register. While the sixth company, S Phoenix Events, also shows an application.
The BBC speculated that Ferguson appears as the person who authenticated the filing on the company’s behalf. Additionally, the outlet reported that Ferguson is still listed as an active director for three other companies, including Ginger and Moss, and Librasol.
Meanwhile, The Sun pointed to the speed of the closures. The outlet highlighted a financial snapshot tied to one remaining business. It reported that Ginger and Moss is still trading, but sits in deficit, based on Companies House figures.
Royal commentator Margaret Holder claimed the shutdowns signal “a bonfire of Fergie’s vanities.” Holder claimed that Sarah Ferguson “aimed to make millions.” But her involvement in the scandal, along with ex-Prince Andrew, forced her to leave her business ventures behind.
