Prince William is reportedly prepared to take a “more ruthless” approach when it comes to his uncle, Prince Andrew, including banning him from his coronation when he becomes king.
According to The Times, the Prince of Wales, 43, plans to exclude Andrew from “public and private royal events, including the coronation,” as well as most state occasions.
The move follows renewed scrutiny over Andrew’s alleged ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and his decision last week to relinquish his royal title and remaining honours.
Prince William will reportedly ban his disgraced uncle, Prince Andrew, from all royal events when he becomes king (Credit: Cover Images)
Prince William to ‘ban’ Prince Andrew from coronation
The publication claims that both the king and Prince William were consulted on Andrew’s decision to give up his Duke of York title. However, the heir to the throne is reportedly “not satisfied with the outcome” and intends to go further once he ascends the throne.
According to The Times, William considers his uncle a “threat” and a reputational risk to the monarchy.
Andrew retains his residence at Royal Lodge and occasionally attends private family events. However, William reportedly has no plans to extend such leniency. Under his reign, as reported by the publication, Andrew will be “banned from all elements of royal life”.
The prince’s reported firm stance is said to reflect his focus on protecting the monarchy’s reputation and modernising its image.
The report also claims that William intends to extend the ban to Andrew’s ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, who has continued to publicly support him. Fergie has faced her own criticism for past associations with Epstein.
Their daughters, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie, will reportedly not be affected by the new measures. They will continue to be included in royal family events.
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