King Charles faces fresh trouble as Andrew’s future at Royal Lodge grows uncertain
Andrew Mountbatten Windsor has given King Charles little relief after being stripped of his royal titles and honours, responding in a way that has left many Britons stunned.
Buckingham Palace announced the decision on 30 October as the Epstein case resurfaced, prompting the King to act firmly while recognising victims. Andrew is also expected to leave Royal Lodge in the near future.
Fresh emails linked to Epstein recently reignited public scrutiny, adding pressure to an already tense situation. Yet those close to Andrew say the reaction behind closed doors is far from somber. According to a friend who spoke to Radar Online, the father of their daughters believes he is “freer than he’s been in decades” now that royal protocols no longer apply.
He has reportedly joked about joining dating apps, visiting the pub like an ordinary person and hosting gatherings again. For someone at the centre of a major public scandal, his cheerful outlook has raised eyebrows.
The same source claimed he views this moment as a “big reset,” showing no sign of remorse as he talks about travelling and enjoying life away from palace expectations. “He keeps saying he’s free at last – no rules, no restrictions, no palace drama,” the insider said.
