Full Story Prince Andrew, Jeffrey Epstein and the scandal that won’t go away
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Oct 22, 2025 Zoe Williams, a Feature writer for The Guardian, dives into the recent turmoil surrounding Prince Andrew's loss of royal titles. She discusses the symbolic nature of his step back and the lingering questions it leaves. The conversation unpacks disturbing details from Virginia Giuffre's memoir and allegations regarding Andrew's attempts to discredit her. With ongoing controversies about his ties to Epstein and accountability in the monarchy, Zoe raises provocative questions about the implications for royal authority and public trust.
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Titles Removed But Birthright Stands
- Prince Andrew will no longer use his royal titles but remains a prince by birthright.
- The change is largely symbolic because he already stopped being a working royal.
Symbolic Move, Little Practical Change
- The decision feels superficial to commentators because Andrew keeps his princely status and residences.
- Zoe Williams and Helen Pidd argue the move doesn't materially change his privileged life.
Victim's Memoir Details Abuse
- Virginia Giuffre's posthumous memoir recounts her recruitment into Jeffrey Epstein's world and encounters with powerful men.
- Helen Pidd describes the memoir as gruesome and granular in its disturbing detail.
