Royal Lodge security change raises questions about future arrangements

In a move that has sent ripples through the royal household and beyond, King Charles has made a decision that could have implications for the security of the royal family and the standards expected within the monarchy.

The King has reportedly dismissed the private security team at Prince Andrew's Royal Lodge mansion, which has sparked widespread speculation and concern.


Prince Andrew, embroiled in controversy following his association with the late Jeffrey Epstein, has been under new pressure to vacate his opulent Royal Lodge home.

According to reports from The Sun, King Charles informed the ten-man security detail that their contracts would not be renewed in October.


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King Charles dismissed the security guard at Prince Andrew's Royal Lodge, urging him to leave the property. Credit: Shutterstock


‘They are all working the final weeks of their contract till the end of October. It’s not thought anyone is being lined up to replace them,’ the source said.

‘Everyone is speculating this means the Duke will have to leave the Royal Lodge because what other reason could there be to take his security away?’

This decision comes amidst rumours that Prince Andrew has resisted calls to downsize from the 31-room mansion.


The Royal Lodge, valued at an astonishing $56 million, has been Prince Andrew's residence since 2004 when he signed a 75-year lease.

However, since the Epstein scandal surfaced in 2019, there have been calls for Andrew to face eviction.

Furthermore, it has been reported that he needs to pay more attention to the $754,000 annual maintenance payments required for the property.

King Charles, who has financially supported his brother since Prince Andrew's Met Police protection was revoked, has contributed a hefty $7.6 million a year to keep him afloat.

This latest move by the King suggests tightening the purse strings and possibly pushing for Prince Andrew to leave the Royal Lodge.


The timing of the security team's dismissal is particularly noteworthy, as it follows reports that Prince Andrew has refused to move into the smaller Frogmore Cottage, which Prince Harry previously occupied before his departure in June 2023.

This has led to speculation that removing security could be a tactic to encourage the Duke of York to reconsider his living arrangements.

As the royal family gathers at Balmoral Castle for a family occasion, with Prince Andrew in attendance, it's clear that discussions about the future are on the horizon.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are absent from the guest list, further highlighting the ongoing tensions within the royal family.


Andrew has been characterised as a ‘recluse,’ rarely leaving Royal Lodge since December.

‘Andrew has hardly left Royal Lodge since Christmas, so he’s very much looking forward to getting away with the rest of the family at Balmoral,’ a source shared.

‘The King is keen for it to be a happy family occasion, which will see family members come together for just over a week to discuss plans for the future and unwind.’
Key Takeaways
  • King Charles has dismissed the security team at Prince Andrew's Royal Lodge mansion, putting pressure on Andrew to vacate the property.
  • Disgraced Prince Andrew faces eviction from his A$56 million Royal Lodge home amid controversies surrounding his association with Jeffrey Epstein.
  • Prince Andrew has been neglecting the required annual maintenance payments for the property, while King Charles has been financially supporting him.
  • There is speculation that removing security might indicate that Prince Andrew will have to leave Royal Lodge, although he reportedly resists moving to a smaller residence.
Join the conversation below and share your views on security, responsibility, and the royal family's latest developments.
 
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Let Andrew move out and live on his own somewhere. He deserves no help. He is not a very nice human. Who chooses to deny the dreadful things he has been accused of. His is lucky he hasn't done jail time.
No time for this man.
Kind regards to all Vicki
 
Let Andrew move out and live on his own somewhere. He deserves no help. He is not a very nice human. Who chooses to deny the dreadful things he has been accused of. His is lucky he hasn't done jail time.
No time for this man.
Kind regards to all Vicki
So should we assume by your statement "Who chooses to deny the dreadful things he has been accused of. He is lucky he hasn't done jail time" that you consider accusation to equal guilt? If so, you had better hope that you are never accused of anything. The media is not a court room! You appear to be very judgmental about things you know very little about. You are not a very nice human.
 
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So should we assume by your statement "Who chooses to deny the dreadful things he has been accused of" that you consider accusation to equal guilt? If so, you had better hope that you are never accused of anything. The media is not a court room! You appear to be very judgmental about things you know very little about. You are not a very nice human.
Oh thank you for your opinion of me. Ok so l am not a very nice human in your opinion. You have never met me, but make this opinion because l believe this man has done very evil things. I believe what he was accused of by the lady who had the courage to put it out there.
I work very hard to not be a judgmental person. You are intituled to your opinion of me.
But it is very sad you feel this way because we have different views.
Kind regards Vicki
 
Oh thank you for your opinion of me. Ok so l am not a very nice human in your opinion. You have never met me, but make this opinion because l believe this man has done very evil things. I believe what he was accused of by the lady who had the courage to put it out there.
I work very hard to not be a judgmental person. You are intituled to your opinion of me.
But it is very sad you feel this way because we have different views.
Kind regards Vicki
Sad you find my reply funny.
 
Oh thank you for your opinion of me. Ok so l am not a very nice human in your opinion. You have never met me, but make this opinion because l believe this man has done very evil things. I believe what he was accused of by the lady who had the courage to put it out there.
I work very hard to not be a judgmental person. You are intituled to your opinion of me.
But it is very sad you feel this way because we have different views.
Kind regards Vicki
You are very welcome. You might work very hard to not be judgmental but not very well in this case. You can believe whatever you like but that does not make it fact. False accusations are plentiful via the media but that does not make anyone guilty. Do you know for a fact that he has done very evil things or do you just accept the media gossip? Do you want him to be guilty just because he is a man? Do you want him to be guilty because he was accused by a woman? Are you a misandrist? It is very sad that you feel so angry towards Prince Andrew who you have never met and only know what you believe from the media. I personally have no feeling whatsoever about you.
 
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You are very welcome. You might work very hard to not be judgmental but not very well in this case. You can believe whatever you like but that does not make it fact. False accusations are plentiful via the media but that does not make anyone guilty. Do you know for a fact that he has done very evil things or do you just accept the media gossip? Do you want him to be guilty just because he is a man? Do you want him to be guilty because he was accused by a woman? Are you a misandrist? It is very sad that you feel so angry towards Prince Andrew who you have never met and only know what you believe from the media. I personally have no feeling whatsoever about you.
No l don't want him to be guilty because he is a man. I believe he is guilty. I am not angry with Prince Andrew. Any person who does what he was accused of in my opinion is evil.
I do believe the woman who accused him. I am not going by media. I am going by what the woman said.
For some one who has no feelings whatsoever about me you certainly made it clear what you feel about me.
You are allowed to have your opinion.
I think it might be best if we agree to disagree. I am sorry if you don't like the fact l will not stand up for myself. As l have said you don't me. But because we have a different view you feel you can make assumptions about me.
Then say you have no feelings about me. I think you are looking to upset someone today.
 
No l don't want him to be guilty because he is a man. I believe he is guilty. I am not angry with Prince Andrew. Any person who does what he was accused of in my opinion is evil.
I do believe the woman who accused him. I am not going by media. I am going by what the woman said.
For some one who has no feelings whatsoever about me you certainly made it clear what you feel about me.
You are allowed to have your opinion.
I think it might be best if we agree to disagree. I am sorry if you don't like the fact l will not stand up for myself. As l have said you don't me. But because we have a different view you feel you can make assumptions about me.
Then say you have no feelings about me. I think you are looking to upset someone today.
Don’t bother with @I’m Mal. From posts he’s made in the past, he just proves that it’s our privilege to not know him. Best to forget all about him and his comments. In the SDC settings, you can choose to ignore his replies altogether.

For what it’s worth, your posts have shown what a kind person you are @BellaB18. 🌸
 
Do you want him to be guilty just because he is a man? Do you want him to be guilty because he was accused by a woman? Are you a misandrist?
Wow! I must be a misogynist for stating that Ghislaine Maxwell, mate and chief groomer of Jeffrey Epstein, is guilty as hell. You know, that rock spider pal of Punce Andrew, who topped himself with guilt.

Stop licking the collective arse of the royal family, you monarchist nit.
 
Don’t bother with @I’m Mal. From posts he’s made in the past, he just proves that it’s our privilege to not know him. Best to forget all about him and his comments. In the SDC settings, you can choose to ignore his replies altogether.

For what it’s worth, your posts have shown what a kind person you are @BellaB18. 🌸t

Don’t bother with @I’m Mal. From posts he’s made in the past, he just proves that it’s our privilege to not know him. Best to forget all about him and his comments. In the SDC settings, you can choose to ignore his replies altogether.

For what it’s worth, your posts have shown what a kind person you are @BellaB18. 🌸
Thank you for your kind words and l will in future not bother with this person.
I work hard every day to be a good human.💝 Kind regards Vicki
 
You are very welcome. You might work very hard to not be judgmental but not very well in this case. You can believe whatever you like but that does not make it fact. False accusations are plentiful via the media but that does not make anyone guilty. Do you know for a fact that he has done very evil things or do you just accept the media gossip? Do you want him to be guilty just because he is a man? Do you want him to be guilty because he was accused by a woman? Are you a misandrist? It is very sad that you feel so angry towards Prince Andrew who you have never met and only know what you believe from the media. I personally have no feeling whatsoever about you.
It doesn't make any difference he is guilty or not? HE PAID OUT MILLIONS, that says it all!!
 

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