Growing tension at Sandringham as the King resists costly requests for Andrew’s new residence
King Charles is said to be taking a firmer approach with his younger brother Andrew as tensions grow over housing arrangements on the Sandringham estate.
According to a US entertainment outlet, frustration inside royal circles has increased after Andrew, now using the name Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, reportedly made several new requests regarding his new residence.
Sources claim the former Duke of York has been asking for costly renovations and new furnishings, and even suggested moving certain items, including curtains, from his previous home, Royal Lodge. These changes would reportedly be funded by the King, something that has not gone down well behind palace doors.
One insider told the publication that Charles has grown increasingly irritated by what are being seen as excessive demands.
“Charles is on the verge of banishing Andrew into a caravan if he doesn't stop making demands about his new home. That is how strained things have become,” the source said.
The insider added that the King is reluctant to approve further spending, especially given the circumstances that led to Andrew leaving Royal Lodge in the first place.
Another source claimed the warning about a possible move to a caravan is now being taken seriously within royal circles, suggesting the King’s patience may be wearing thin.
The situation follows Andrew’s removal from the 30-room Royal Lodge after controversy surrounding his past association with convicted s*x offender Jeffrey Epstein.
