The Daily T The year that rocked the Royal family: 'Andrew's not going quietly'
Dec 23, 2025
Hannah Furness, Royal editor at The Telegraph, and Andrew Lownie, a biographer specializing in the royals, delve into a tumultuous year for the House of York. They explore Prince Andrew’s legal troubles tied to Jeffrey Epstein, the Palace's shifting strategies, and Sarah Ferguson’s entanglement in scandals. The conversation touches on Prince Harry's security battles, Meghan Markle's new ventures, and the Princess of Wales's rising influence. They also discuss the future of the monarchy, drawing distinctions between working and ex-royals.
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Andrew Is Dug In At Royal Lodge
- Prince Andrew is resisting leaving Royal Lodge and is seeking favourable terms rather than disappearing quietly.
- His delay has complicated security and housing plans and prolonged public scrutiny of the Yorks.
Public Pressure Forced Palace Action
- Public outrage and media pressure forced the palace into tougher action on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
- That backlash accelerated scrutiny of royal privilege and prompted broader institutional reforms.
York Fallout Sparked Financial Scrutiny
- The Andrew crisis opened parliamentary probes into royal finances and property leases.
- Increased transparency measures may follow and could strengthen long-term public trust in the monarchy.