Prince Andrew Allowed to Remain Until 2028 Amid Crown Estate Pressure
King Charles has reportedly stepped back from efforts to remove his brother,
Prince Andrew, from the Royal Lodge, allowing him to remain at the Windsor
estate for at least another three years.
Following the 2023 eviction of the Duke of Sussex and Meghan Markle from
Frogmore Cottage, speculation mounted that Andrew would be relocated there to
reduce the financial burden of his 30-room residence. However, the disgraced
royal has remained firm, citing a 75-year lease agreed upon in 2003.
Daily Mail columnist Ephraim Hardcastle reported that while the King has
halted his personal push to oust Andrew, the Crown Estate—owner of Royal
Lodge—is growing increasingly frustrated. Disputes persist over responsibility
for extensive external repairs, despite Andrew’s reported £7.5 million
investment in renovations.
According to the columnist, Andrew is “safe until 2028,” at which point he may
qualify for a partial rebate if removed at the 25-year mark of his lease.
The development follows reports of a private agreement between the monarch and
Andrew, suggesting the King and Prince William are aligned in limiting
Andrew’s public visibility. Still, he continues to be involved in certain
private family matters.
While Andrew was absent from both Trooping the Colour and Garter Day
ceremonies, he did attend a Windsor Castle investiture following the
service—highlighting the delicate balance being struck within the royal
household.
