UK lawmakers approve release of confidential documents on former Prince Andrew
Associated Press News • • world
Key Points:
- The British government has agreed to release confidential documents concerning former Prince Andrew’s appointment as trade envoy following a parliamentary motion demanding greater accountability from the royal family amid allegations he shared government reports with Jeffrey Epstein.
- Lawmakers criticized Andrew, now Andrew Windsor-Mountbatten, for prioritizing his friendship with Epstein over his public duties, with Trade Minister Chris Bryant describing him as arrogant and self-serving; some documents’ release may be delayed pending police investigations.
- The scandal has intensified scrutiny on the British Establishment’s ties to Epstein, with recent arrests including former minister Peter Mandelson on related misconduct allegations, highlighting a network of influence among wealthy and powerful figures.
- Parliamentarians called for reforms to allow more open criticism of the monarchy and enhance
