"They have our full and wholehearted support and co-operation," said King Charles about the police inquiry, after the arrest of his brother. For instance, more than 18 months ago the King made active attempts to remove Andrew from Royal Lodge, his former mansion in Windsor. But instead Andrew remained part of the Royal Family, appearing at national events, at cross-purposes to the worthier efforts of his elder brother. There's also no overstating the frustration of royal officials at the way that Andrew has kept scuppering their plans. The then Prince Andrew and then Prince Charles at Ascot in 2002

Source: The Star February 21, 2026 07:19 UTC