King Charles cuts ties: Prince Andrew loses finance support
King Charles III does not have the best relationship with his younger brother. Recently, foreign media have reported that the monarch decided to cut Prince Andrew off from financial support some time ago.
The British royal family's adventures have captivated fans worldwide for years. It is no secret that King Charles III does not maintain the best relations with his brother. Prince Andrew is also one of the most controversial members of the renowned family. For quite a few years now, he has been primarily associated with his connections with Jeffrey Epstein, who was accused of paedophilia and human trafficking.
The father of Beatrice and Eugenie, often referred to as the "black sheep" among royals, tried to salvage his image some time ago. However, in 2019, Queen Elizabeth II's son gave an interview to the BBC, which only worsened his situation. The conversation was a disaster, and Prince Andrew was stripped of his royal and military titles.
King Charles III cut Prince Andrew off from financial support
New information has just emerged in the media regarding King Charles III's relationship with his younger brother. This news comes from Robert Hardman, who is responsible for a somewhat "refreshed" version of the British monarch's autobiography. The article is available on the Daily Mail website. We learn that the king cut his brother off from financial support.
Some time ago, the monarch reportedly instructed the monarchy's chief financial officer to deprive his younger brother of his annual allowance. The website mentioned reports that the estimated amount was about £1 million (approximately $1.2 million). He reportedly no longer covers the cost of his brother's security, either.
A source quoted by the Daily Mail states that the prince is no longer a financial burden on the king.
Prince Andrew's financial troubles
Hardman points out that in this way, the king wants to compel his brother to leave the family home, Royal Lodge, in Windsor Great Park. At one point, Prince Andrew rejected the idea suggested by royal advisors to move to nearby Frogmore Cottage (formerly inhabited by Harry and Meghan Markle).
According to the writer, such a move will cost him significantly as Prince Andrew is now required to find the funds to maintain his expansive estate and protect valuable or historical works of art that he holds on behalf of the nation. As the website emphasises, the king closely monitors his younger brother's actions.
An informant quoted by the Daily Mail adds that if he manages to find the money, that will be his business.
