The British monarchy and Westminster have been engulfed by a renewed focus on the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, following the release of millions of documents by US authorities. These revelations have sparked a string of allegations against Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and reignited public and police scrutiny.

Kensington Palace has stated that the Prince and Princess of Wales, William and Catherine, are "deeply concerned" by the ongoing revelations, with their thoughts "remaining focused on the victims." This marks the first public disclosure of their views on the crisis. Prince William is currently on a diplomatic tour of Saudi Arabia, a trip overshadowed by the unfolding scandal.

New information from the Epstein files alleges that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor knowingly shared confidential reports and investment opportunities with Jeffrey Epstein from his official work as a UK trade envoy in Asia, even after Epstein's 2008 conviction for child sex offenses. Emails reportedly show the former prince passing on secret details of investment opportunities after his visits to Singapore, Hong Kong, and Vietnam in 2010 and 2011. One email from November 2010, containing an official report, was allegedly forwarded by Andrew to Epstein just five minutes after being sent by his then-special adviser, Amit Patel. Further emails dated Christmas Eve 2010 suggest he sent Epstein a confidential briefing on investment opportunities for the reconstruction of Afghanistan's Helmand Province, managed by the British armed forces and funded by the UK government.

These messages contradict Andrew's 2019 BBC Newsnight interview claim that he broke off his friendship with Epstein in December 2010. Additionally, an email from February 2011 suggests Andrew recommended Epstein invest in a private equity firm he had visited. Trade envoys are legally bound to confidentiality regarding sensitive, commercial, or political information, with official guidance underscoring this duty and the applicability of the Official Secrets Acts 1911 and 1989. Sir Vince Cable, then business secretary, stated he was unaware of Andrew sharing such information.

In response to these allegations, Thames Valley Police have launched an investigation into Andrew for suspected misconduct in public office and breach of official secrets. Graham Smith, chief executive of anti-monarchy group Republic, reported Andrew to the force, drawing parallels to a similar investigation into former minister Peter Mandelson over alleged misconduct in public office. Piers Morgan has publicly called for King Charles to order Andrew to be interviewed by UK police and US investigators, suggesting banishment if he refuses. Andrew continues to vehemently deny any wrongdoing.

The King is facing growing calls to issue an official apology for the monarchy's failings and to the family of Andrew's late accuser, Virginia Giuffre, who tragically died last year. Victims' lawyers, including Brad Edwards, and survivors like Marijke Chartouni and Maria Farmer, argue that Buckingham Palace has previously offered only "lip service" and that Charles needs to take accountability. While King Charles and Queen Camilla previously expressed "utmost sympathies" for victims, the palace has never formally acknowledged wrongdoing or apologized over Andrew's relationship with Epstein.

Last October, King Charles stripped Andrew of all his remaining titles, including his birthright of prince, and compelled him to vacate Royal Lodge. Prince Edward became the first royal to publicly address the Epstein documents, emphasizing the importance of remembering the victims. Andrew has since relocated to a temporary residence at Wood Farm on the Sandringham estate in Norfolk, awaiting a final move to Marsh Farm, another property on the estate where the King reportedly seeks to "contain" his brother.

Meanwhile, investigative journalist Nigel Rosser recently revealed his unexpected presence in the Epstein files, recalling his quarter-century old investigation into Andrew's