Prince Andrew Maintains Windsor Royal Lodge Residency Amid Epstein Scandal Fallout

Prince Andrew remains a controversial figure due to his ongoing association with the Jeffrey Epstein scandal and his continued residence at the Royal Lodge, a vast Windsor property he occupies rent-free. British political figures have suggested increased scrutiny of his lease, with some calling for parliamentary committee investigations, though such actions face constitutional and traditional barriers given the royal family's protected status. Efforts to strip Andrew of his royal titles are complicated by legal precedents and formal procedures that must be followed, with the sovereign holding exclusive power to alter certain royal privileges. Public resentment is growing over Andrew's lifestyle, described as idle and disconnected from public duties, while living in luxury despite the scandal and his diminished royal standing. The debate highlights broader tensions about accountability, the role of the monarchy, and the use of public assets amid ongoing legal and moral questions surrounding Andrew's conduct and status.