Buckingham Palace has expressed deep concern over fresh allegations against Prince Andrew, emphasizing the need for a thorough investigation. The Metropolitan Police has confirmed its active inquiry into claims that Andrew shared personal information about his accuser, Virginia Giuffre, with his bodyguard for a smear campaign.
The allegations resurfaced with the release of Giuffre’s posthumous memoir, detailing attempts by Andrew’s team to hire online harassers. Despite consistent denials from Andrew regarding any intimate involvement with Giuffre, public scrutiny has intensified, leading to his recent decision to relinquish his Duke of York title.
A Palace insider highlighted the gravity of the situation and stressed the importance of addressing the broader issues raised by the new allegations. Calls for further action have emerged, with pressure mounting on the Royal Family to support legislative measures to strip Andrew of his titles.
While the Prime Minister’s office deferred to the palace on the matter of legislation, voices in Parliament, like Labour MP Rachael Maskell and SNP leader Stephen Flynn, have urged swift action towards removing Andrew’s titles. Buckingham Palace confirmed Andrew’s voluntary decision to step down from his role as Duke of York following discussions within the Royal Family. In a statement, Andrew reiterated his commitment to his family and country, expressing his continued denial of the accusations against him.