King Charles Softens on Andrew but reportedly annoyed that William Is Quietly Prepping for the Throne

King Charles is reportedly rethinking how harshly he sidelined his brother, Prince Andrew, as new details emerge about life behind the gates at Royal Lodge. According to palace insiders, Andrew lost staff, access to Windsor kitchens and even basic freedoms before the King quietly softened his stance and resumed regular contact.

Meanwhile, Andrew faces fresh reputational damage after another release of Epstein-related documents, with BBC analysis warning that Andrew’s long-running scandal may still have further depths to reach.

We also look at growing reports that King Charles the Third is uneasy with the intense focus on succession, and why some commentators believe the monarchy has become an unavoidable public soap opera.

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