Prince Andrew, the former Duke of York, is facing serious allegations regarding his conduct within Buckingham Palace, according to a recent report. Historian Andrew Lownie claims that Andrew brought prostitutes into the royal residence on multiple occasions, a practice that reportedly continued for years. This information was shared during an interview with NewsNation’s Paula Froelich, where Lownie stated that even though palace staff raised concerns, little to no action was taken.
Lownie asserted that the royal household was aware of Prince Andrew’s activities. “Of course the Queen knew. She was informed,” he remarked, emphasizing that as her favorite son, Andrew was allowed to evade consequences. The historian noted that palace staff faced repercussions for voicing their concerns, stating, “If you would like to go back on the beat in Brixton, you have that choice, but otherwise you keep quiet.”
Former employees of Buckingham Palace are beginning to speak out, revealing more about Andrew’s alleged behavior, especially now that he has been stripped of his royal titles by his brother, King Charles III. Lownie indicated that he is receiving increasing information from individuals who previously felt unable to speak out. “They are no longer scared to talk or come out and tell the world what really happened now that Andrew has been removed from power,” he said.
The allegations against Prince Andrew are not new but have gained renewed attention following his removal of titles on November 3, 2022. This decision came amidst accusations linking him to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein and Epstein’s trafficking network. Notably, one of Epstein’s accusers, Virginia Giuffre, alleged in her memoir “Nobody’s Girl,” published posthumously, that she was coerced into sexual encounters with Andrew when she was just 17. Giuffre tragically died by suicide in April 2023.
In a statement announcing his decision to step back from royal duties, Andrew emphasized that the ongoing accusations were distracting from the work of his family and the monarchy. “I have decided, as I always have, to put my duty to my family and country first,” he stated.
The revelations about Prince Andrew’s life at Buckingham Palace raise significant questions about the culture within the royal family and the mechanisms in place for addressing allegations of misconduct. As the discussions surrounding this topic continue to unfold, the royal household has yet to provide an official comment regarding these latest allegations.
The scrutiny around Prince Andrew underscores broader issues related to accountability and transparency within institutions of power. As more former staff members come forward, the implications of these revelations could resonate beyond the royal family, potentially influencing public perceptions of the monarchy in contemporary society.
