The King last night made an extraordinary intervention into the growing scandal of misconduct against his disgraced brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, saying he will assist the police in any investigation.
In an unprecedented statement surrounding the catalogue of disturbing allegations surrounding the former prince, King Charles spoke of his “profound concern” over claims that his younger brother sexually assaulted a woman at his former Windsor home who was trafficked by the convicted sex Jeffrey Epstein and passed confidential information to him while working as a trade envoy.
Thames Valley Police has confirmed it is assessing both claims after the former Duke of York’s name has appeared numerous times in the latest tranche of millions of documents probing Epstein’s crimes that were made public by US investigators.
Buckingham Palace is prepared to hand over any documents relating to Andrew’s personal engagements, or guests he may have taken to a royal residence, or correspondence sent from a royal email address, it is understood. Andrew has previously denied any wrongdoing.
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Police issue major update on Andrew Epstein claims
Police are assessing claims that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor leaked confidential information to paedophile Jeffrey Epstein during his time as a UK trade envoy.
Documents from the latest dump of Epstein files appeared to show that the disgraced former Duke of York shared reports of visits to Hong Kong, Vietnam, and Singapore in 2010 with Epstein via email, when acting as a UK global trade envoy.
Anti-monarchy group Republic reported Andrew to police following the allegations. Yesterday Thames Valley Police have said: “We can confirm receipt of this report and are assessing the information in line with our established procedures.”
‘The Royals are in danger of being overwhelmed by Epstein – but they can’t look away’
The King’s extraordinary intervention into the disturbing allegations surrounding his disgraced brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and his relationship with convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein shows the royal family is in danger of becoming overwhelmed by the scandal.
The monarch has been heckled twice in a week by angry members of the public, questioning his perceived lack of action or knowledge over his brother’s alleged catalogue of misconduct.
Charles’s unprecedented statement, spelling out how Buckingham Palace stands ready to assist the police in its investigations, is a seminal moment in this incredible series of events.
Andrew’s new neighbours beg for ex-prince to be exiled
Under the cover of darkness, Andrew Mountbatten Windsor fled his old life in Windsor – and his new neighbours aren’t exactly rolling out the red carpet.
The former Duke of York, who has been stripped of all titles amid ongoing allegations concerning his involvement with paedophile Jeffrey Epstein, is now living a life of exile at Sandringham, a world away from the grandeur he knew at the 30-bedroom Royal Lodge.
It’s a grimly chilly day in February when the Mirror arrives, however, and there is a distinct sense of discontentment in the drizzly air. One day before our arrival, posters protesting against the arrival of Andrew were taken down, but locals are still keen to have their voices heard. While grabbing coffee at the Victorian King’s Lynn train station, the Mirror heard from Angela, who shared: “We love Sandringham, we don’t care who’s there, but I think my best thought is that he should exile himself, and put us all out of our misery.”
William’s kicks off busy day in Riyadh
Blow for Royal Family amid Epstein scandal
Support among Brits for the Royal Family has dropped significantly amid the ongoing allegations surrounding Jeffrey Epstein, a new poll has revealed.
The proportion of the British public in favour of the monarchy has dropped to 45%, according to the survey commissioned by the anti-monarchy campaign group Republic. Support had previously been at 48% four months earlier.
It comes as Thames Valley Police confirmed it was assessing suggestions that the King’s brother shared confidential reports from his role as the UK’s trade envoy with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
William’s trip continues amid Epstein scandal
Prince William will join young Saudi girls learning football skills during the second day of his Middle East visit, which is in danger of being overshadowed by the on-going Jeffrey Epstein scandal.
William, president of the Football Association, will hear about the growing participation of women in sport in Saudi Arabia, during a visit to Misk Sports City in the capital Riyadh.
William will also visit an ambitious project, nominated for his Earthshot Prize, which has created a green cultural pathway through the city.
He will tour a section of the 83-mile Sports Boulevard which connects cycling paths, horse trails, green parks and cultural landmarks – a project supporting the core quality-of-life initiative of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, which aims to transform the kingdom into a diversified and sustainable economy.
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