Former royal press secretary, Dickie Arbiter, isn’t holding back about his encounters with Prince Andrew! Known for his outspoken nature, Dickie recalls being warned he might get fired for challenging the prince—a risk he was more than willing to take. Describing Andrew as “arrogant” and “bumptious,” he didn’t shy away from expressing his thoughts on the former Duke of York. According to Arbiter, Andrew displayed a bullying demeanour that few dared to stand up to. He was once told by a colleague, “Speaking to him like that, you’ll get fired,” to which Dickie confidently replied that bullies don’t reveal their indiscretions.
King Charles has now stripped Andrew of his royal titles, a decision that’s been brewing since his notorious Newsnight interview in 2019. This move, while dramatic, seems to align with public sentiment and the monarchy’s efforts to maintain its reputation. Andrew will now be known simply as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor. As part of this reshuffle, King Charles has reportedly offered him a smaller residence on the Sandringham estate, along with an annual allowance. This comes as Andrew and his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson face significant changes in their living arrangements following years at the Royal Lodge.
The language from Buckingham Palace has been called “brutal,” but insiders argue it’s all about accountability. With public opinion largely unsympathetic towards Andrew, it looks like the Palace’s decisive actions reflect a broader desire for integrity within the monarchy.
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