Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson are reportedly requesting two residences as part of their agreement to vacate the Royal Lodge. The 65-year-old prince is said to be in talks regarding leaving his current 30-room Royal Lodge voluntarily due to the controversy surrounding the minimal rent he pays for the property.
According to reports, Andrew is negotiating with the King’s aides but is hesitant to give up his residence of over two decades. The key points of contention are believed to be the location of his new home and financial compensation for the renovations done to the lodge.
In discussions with the Palace, Andrew has expressed interest in acquiring Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s former residence, Frogmore Cottage. Meanwhile, Sarah Ferguson aims to move into Adelaide Cottage once Prince William and Kate Middleton depart next month.
A close associate of the couple informed The Sun that the situation at the Palace remains uncertain. The potential relocation to Frogmore Cottage and Adelaide Cottage is seen as a practical solution to accommodate their families, including daughters Eugenie and Beatrice.
The Mirror reached out to Buckingham Palace and Prince Andrew’s representatives for their input on the matter.
Recent reports suggest that Prince William is insisting on Andrew vacating the Royal Lodge by Bonfire Night. As William and Princess Kate prepare to move into Forest Lodge nearby, it is rumored that William wants Andrew out of the property before their arrival.
MPs are poised to discuss Prince Andrew’s behavior, the Royal Lodge, and the possibility of revoking his dukedom. The Government has yet to schedule a debate in the House of Commons, but the issue may arise on a day when ministers do not control the parliamentary agenda.
A source from the Liberal Democrats hinted at the party’s readiness to use one of their opposition days for MPs to debate Andrew’s conduct.
While Andrew relinquished the use of his Duke of York title, only a parliamentary law can officially strip him of the title.
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