British police have concluded a six-day search of Royal Lodge, the former residence of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. The investigative actions are related to the former prince's arrest on charges of abuse of public office and suspicions of passing confidential data to Jeffrey Epstein. The British government has confirmed that documents regarding the King's brother's appointment as a trade envoy will be published following the conclusion of the investigation, sparking significant public emotion.

End of Raid on Royal Lodge

Police have concluded a nearly week-long search of Andrew's former estate in Windsor, securing documentation from the years 2001–2011.

Release of Government Documents

London has decided to declassify files concerning Andrew's appointment as a trade envoy after the current investigation concludes.

Controversy Over Expenses

Former officials claim public money financed the prince's private massages and luxury trips during his tenure in public office.

The six-day investigative operation at Royal Lodge, stemming from the arrest of former Prince Andrew on his 66th birthday, has concluded. Officers from Thames Valley Police have left the Windsor estate after a detailed securing of evidence. The investigation focuses on the period 2001–2011, when Andrew served as the UK's Special Representative for Trade and Investment. Investigators are examining whether he exploited his immunity and position to pass sensitive economic reports to Jeffrey Epstein. The situation is further inflamed by reports from former state officials who claim the aristocrat's personal expenses—including massage services and luxury spa treatments—were covered by taxpayer money. This allegedly occurred despite official assurances from Buckingham Palace that the prince privately funded his personal needs. Media reports have emerged from masseuses indicating incidents at Buckingham Palace that were allegedly paid for with cheques from the royal account. Minister of State for Trade Chris Bryant announced that full documentation from that period will be declassified immediately after the police proceedings conclude. The institution of the Trade Envoy is a traditional role in the British diplomatic system, aimed at promoting economic interests abroad. Since 2011, following the first wave of the Epstein scandal, the scope of freedom for members of the royal family in this area has been drastically curtailed.The royal family is deeply affected by the image crisis. King Charles III, while publicly expressing concern, emphasizes the necessity of a thorough and proper process. Meanwhile, Andrew's daughters, Beatrice and Eugenie, according to media reports, are seeking support from the monarch, terrified by the scale of the accusations. The atmosphere was heated by an activist action at the Louvre in Paris, where a photo of the former prince's arrest was displayed for several minutes with a caption indicating the need for justice for Epstein's victims. Jeffrey Epstein was an American financier accused of human trafficking and the exploitation of minors. His death in custody in 2019 did not end investigations into his influential acquaintances, leading to the unprecedented isolation of Prince Andrew within the monarchy's structures.„I have received the news about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and the suspicion of his misconduct in public office with deep concern. There will now be a full, fair, and proper process.” — Charles III

Mentioned People

  • Andrzej Mountbatten-Windsor — Former Duke of York, brother of King Charles III, suspected of abusing his position.
  • Jeffrey Epstein — American financier and sex offender who died in 2019.
  • Chris Bryant — British Minister of State for Trade Policy.
  • Monique Giannelloni — Masseuse who revealed details of a visit to Buckingham Palace.