Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor latest: Starmer considering law to remove former prince from line of succession
The Independent • • world
Key Points:
- Keir Starmer's government is considering legislation to remove Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the line of succession after police investigations conclude, requiring parliamentary approval and consent from other Commonwealth realms.
- Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office related to allegations of sharing sensitive information with Jeffrey Epstein while serving as the UK trade envoy, charges he denies.
- The Metropolitan Police have urged his former bodyguards to come forward with any relevant information as part of an ongoing review connected to Epstein files.
- Six companies linked to Andrew's ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, are being wound down following revelations of her continued contact with Epstein after his 2008 conviction.
- The royal family continues public engagements amid the investigation, with
