King Charles is growing increasingly concerned about potential new troubles arising from Prince Andrew’s financial dealings, as the Duke of York navigates what appears to be a precarious financial situation. The monarch has reportedly stopped providing financial support to Andrew, leaving him responsible for covering his own security expenses and the maintenance of his deteriorating Royal Lodge residence.
According to royal biographer Andrew Lownie, Prince Andrew has been engaging in business with David Rowland, a controversial financier described as “shady.” The two have a long history of financial dealings, and in some instances, the late Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender, was also involved. This connection has raised further red flags, given Andrew’s past association with Epstein, which led to his removal from royal duties and patronages following a highly publicized scandal.
King Charles is reportedly worried that Andrew’s ongoing ties to Rowland could lead to new controversies. As reported by *RadarOnline*, the Duke’s financial activities remain a cause for concern. Lownie noted that while the public perception of Andrew is that of a reclusive figure living a quiet life at Royal Lodge, the reality is quite different.
“The public narrative about Andrew is that the former Falklands hero now spends a lonely life trapped in Royal Lodge, going for horse rides in Windsor Great Park and playing video games and golf,” Lownie wrote. “But the reality is rather different. According to one source, he has continued his business activities with recent trips to the Middle East and Switzerland.”
Lownie added that King Charles can only hope no further scandals emerge and that public and media interest in his brother eventually fades. However, he acknowledged that, based on current evidence, this outcome seems unlikely.
The situation highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the royal family as they navigate the fallout from Prince Andrew’s past actions and his current financial entanglements. The potential for new controversies remains a significant concern for King Charles and the monarchy as a whole.
