
Rebecca English writes:
New humiliation means Andrew may never appear in public with royals again
Prince Andrew’s latest embarrassment has left royal insiders fearing he may never be seen in public alongside his family members again.
The Duke of York, 62, has been a constant thorn in the side of the royal family since allegations of sexual misconduct surfaced against him. Despite repeated attempts to distance himself from the scandal, Prince Andrew’s reputation continues to plummet.
According to insiders, the latest humiliation could be the final nail in his coffin as far as public appearances are concerned.
“Andrew’s behavior has been a constant embarrassment for the institution,” said one senior source close to the Palace. “At this point, it’s hard to see how he can continue to appear alongside other members of the royal family without causing more negative attention.”
The latest controversy revolves around Prince Andrew’s decision to attend a charity event in Spain, where he was spotted with his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson and their daughters Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie.
However, the Palace has since confirmed that none of the royal family members were invited or attended the event. Despite this, Prince Andrew still showed up, sparking widespread outrage among those who feel the Queen’s son is no longer worthy of a royal presence.
This latest embarrassment comes on the heels of numerous other controversies, including his infamous Newsnight interview and allegations of wrongdoing against him by Virginia Giuffre, formerly Roberts.
As a result, it’s unclear whether Prince Andrew will continue to be allowed to attend official events alongside the Queen or other senior members of the royal family.
“Andrew’s position has become untenable,” said another insider. “It’s not just about his reputation – it’s about the damage he’s causing to the institution as a whole.”
In light of these developments, sources suggest that Prince Andrew may be relegated to solo appearances in the future, or potentially even banned from official events altogether.
The royal family has always been keen to present a united front, and Prince Andrew’s continued embarrassments are threatening to undermine this effort.
As one Palace insider put it: “We’re at a crossroads. It’s time for Andrew to reflect on his actions and consider how he can move forward in a way that is positive for the institution.”
Source: http://www.dailymail.co.uk