Overview
- Emily Maitlis reported that Prince William warned Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie their titles could be reviewed unless they pushed their father to leave Royal Lodge, a claim Kensington Palace disputes while noting William has no power to strip titles.
- Multiple outlets report Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson are in talks with palace aides and are understood to have agreed in principle to vacate Royal Lodge.
- Reports say Andrew has sought Frogmore Cottage and Ferguson has looked at Adelaide Cottage as replacement homes, with some sources claiming the options were floated months ago and others casting the requests as new demands.
- A lease obtained by The Times shows Andrew paid an upfront premium and refurbishment costs but only a nominal ‘peppercorn’ rent since 2003, prompting public criticism and calls from MPs for greater transparency.
- Royal commentators say the King should reject any bid for two residences, while other analysts argue keeping Ferguson within the royal fold could limit further reputational damage; separate reports describe a canceled royal visit to Royal Lodge as media interest grew.