Relocation Amid Renewed Controversy
Britain’s ex-Prince Andrew, now known as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, has vacated his sprawling Royal Lodge residence in Windsor amid heightened scrutiny over his historical connections to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and newly released documents shedding light on their interactions. The 65-year-old former royal quietly departed the estate earlier this week and is now residing at a smaller property on the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk as pressure mounts from both law enforcement and the public.
Fresh Allegations and Legal Review
The move follows the release of fresh files from the United States Department of Justice that include emails and images suggesting continued contact between Andrew and Epstein after the latter’s 2008 conviction. Some of the documents reportedly include correspondence that critics say indicates inappropriate associations and intimate encounters, prompting British police to review new claims involving alleged trafficking and encounters at Royal Lodge in 2010. Thames Valley Police have confirmed they are assessing these reports as part of established procedures, although no formal charges have yet been filed.
This development has fueled renewed demands for accountability, including calls from political leaders for Andrew to provide testimony before international bodies, while advocates and campaigners urge authorities to pursue further inquiries into all related allegations.
Royal Status and Public Backlash
Andrew’s relocation comes after a dramatic fall from grace: in 2025, King Charles III stripped his younger brother of all royal titles and official residences in an effort to distance the monarchy from ongoing controversy. The former naval officer once enjoyed high standing within the royal family but has since seen his public roles diminished and his reputation tarnished by years of allegations and legal settlements, including a multiyear civil case in the U.S. involving Virginia Giuffre.
Now living on private estate grounds funded by the royal household, Andrew’s future role remains uncertain as legal reviews continue and public debate around the implications of the Epstein documents grows. Observers say the latest revelations may have long-lasting impacts on perceptions of institutional accountability and the crown’s inner workings.
