Overview
- Royal author Robert Hardman’s book Elizabeth II: In Private, In Public quotes David Cameron saying he told Queen Elizabeth II that Prince Andrew must step down as the UK’s special representative for international trade and investment.
- Cameron links the decision to Andrew’s association with Jeffrey Epstein, who was a convicted sex offender and is now deceased.
- He also cites conduct concerns, saying Andrew made “terrible” and “crass” remarks at events such as Davos that risked embarrassment.
- Andrew denies any wrongdoing related to Epstein and later spent about 11 hours in talks with advisers as officials reviewed aspects of his past public duties.
- Coverage also notes a shift in his living arrangements, from Royal Lodge to Wood Farm on the Sandringham Estate, with a planned move to Marsh Farm after renovations.