Thames Valley Police is probing the accusation, with Andrew taken into custody for 11 hours on his 66th birthday. Scottish Conservative MP for West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine, Andrew Bowie, said due process must run its course before any decision on Andrew's future is decided. Andrew is currently eighth in line to the throne, behind Prince William and his three children, and Prince Harry and his two children. Kate, patron of the Rugby Football Union (RFU), donned an England Rugby scarf atop a dark blue coat. Andrew has previously been accused of having sex with a 17-year-old who was trafficked by Epstein, something he has always denied.

Source: Express February 21, 2026 15:53 UTC