Overview
- Multiple outlets citing The Sun say Andrew has signaled he would leave the 30-room Windsor home if relocated to Frogmore Cottage, with Sarah Ferguson seeking Adelaide Cottage.
- Buckingham Palace and the Crown Estate have not confirmed any agreement, though sources describe active negotiations over relocation and possible compensation for past renovations.
- The Times reported a long-term, prepaid lease at Royal Lodge with nominal rent and clauses that could trigger compensation if the lease ends early.
- Political pressure is intensifying, with Liberal Democrats pushing for a Commons debate and a select committee inquiry into the Crown Estate’s management, and Keir Starmer supporting proper scrutiny.
- Public tensions grew as a protester heckled the King in Lichfield, and the BBC reported Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell and Harvey Weinstein were at Royal Lodge in 2006 in connection with preparations for Princess Beatrice’s 18th birthday events.