Reports surface about Prince Andrew and possible moves for Royal properties
New claims have emerged about Prince Andrew and the housing arrangements surrounding Windsor. Observers note he fears changes to his home’s engineering and security systems as part of a push from Buckingham Palace for him to relocate after King Charles III invited him to stay. The information is attributed to close friends and insiders who spoke to the Daily Mail, though the exact motivations remain unconfirmed.
The discussions during the coronation period have heightened concern among several royal aides. A source suggested that once the coronation concluded, anxiety grew over potential changes that could influence Andrew’s living situation. The suggested motive behind such changes is to encourage relocation, with insiders indicating this could be tied to broader shifts within the royal household.
Those who know the Duke of York describe him as feeling vulnerable and reluctant to engage with people outside his immediate circle. A close associate remarked that he appears withdrawn and hesitant to meet visitors, underscoring the emotional toll these conversations are taking on him.
Whispers persist that Buckingham Palace may want Andrew and his former wife Sarah Ferguson to vacate the Royal Lodge by a target date in September. The property, which Andrew moved into after Queen Elizabeth II’s passing in 2002, has long stood at the center of ongoing discussions about how royal housing is allocated. It is reported that the king has reduced a portion of the annual royal budget, a move some interpret as complicating any plan to renovate or maintain the Royal Lodge without additional funds.
Alternative arrangements are being discussed, with Frogmore Cottage floated as a possible replacement residence. Frogmore Cottage previously housed Prince Harry and Meghan Markle before their relocation to the United States, and the idea of moving Andrew there has circulated among royal observers as a plausible option amid the housing discussions.
Public moments have punctuated this story as well. On the day of the coronation, footage captured crowds reacting to Andrew’s car outside Buckingham Palace, with some booing observed by attendees. The episode added another layer to the already tense atmosphere surrounding the royal family during a period of intense public and media scrutiny.