Update on Sir Ranulph Fiennes after being 'kept in care homes illegally under fake names by wife'

Key Points:

• Sir Ranulph Fiennes, the renowned explorer diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, is reportedly being unlawfully confined in care homes under false names by his second wife, Louise Millington-Cotes, who is allegedly restricting access to his family and friends.
• Concerns about his welfare have prompted calls from family members and friends for an urgent investigation by the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) and safeguarding authorities, with some expressing worry over his physical and mental health.
• Sir Ranulph's stepson, Alexander Millington-Cotes, and Arabella McIntyre-Brown, sister of his late first wife, have publicly urged authorities to act, highlighting the need for transparency and protection of his rights.
• A "do not resuscitate" order reportedly provided by Millington-Cotes has been questioned by family members, adding to the controversy surrounding his care and legal guardianship.
• Veteran journalist John Simpson, a close friend, has voiced shock and called for more information to be released about Sir Ranulph’s treatment, emphasizing the explorer’s vulnerability and bravery.