The palace has effectively banned Prince Andrew from participating in official royal duties and private family celebrations,
following DNA confirmation of a shocking secret linked to him. King Charles, backed by Prince William, has pushed for decisive action, viewing Andrew and his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson as threats to the monarchy's image and future.
Reports indicate that Andrew has been excluded from key royal events, including Christmas celebrations, and there is a strong push behind the scenes for Andrew to lose his royal titles and formal roles.
The palace statement confirmed the DNA results as irrefutable proof of Andrew's secret, marking an end to years of denial and speculation. This has caused a significant rift within the royal family, with King Charles insisting on a lower profile for Andrew and seeking to distance the monarchy from ongoing scandals surrounding him.
Financially, Prince Andrew no longer receives his royal allowance, and his personal security funding has been cut. Despite these measures, Andrew has managed to secure independent funding to maintain his residence at the Royal Lodge.
This move represents one of the most significant and public royal disciplinary actions in recent history, aiming to protect the monarchy's stability and reputation amid continuing controversies surrounding Prince Andrew.