Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been photographed riding through Windsor Castle grounds as international pressure mounts for him to provide evidence about his connections to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Political Pressure Intensifies
The 65-year-old royal, who appeared downcast during his outing with a female companion, faces increasing demands from American politicians to testify before Congress. Prime Minister Keir Starmer broke with longstanding convention by commenting on royal matters during the G20 summit in South Africa, stating that anyone with relevant information about such cases should provide evidence.
When specifically questioned about Andrew's situation, Starmer told reporters: "In the end, that will be a decision for him. But my general position is if you have relevant information you should be prepared to share it."
Congressional Deadline Passes Unanswered
Democrats on the House oversight committee had previously given Andrew a two-week deadline to respond to their formal request for testimony regarding his ties to Epstein, but the disgraced royal failed to reply. Although Congress cannot legally compel foreign nationals to appear, Starmer's intervention has significantly increased the pressure on Andrew.
Congressman Suhas Subramanyam, a member of the oversight committee, welcomed the Prime Minister's comments, telling the Mail on Sunday: "Prime Minister Starmer is right - Andrew should provide us with any information he has that would help our investigation into Jeffrey Epstein."
Growing Social Isolation and Consequences
The fallout from Andrew's association with Epstein has already cost him his royal titles and his home at Royal Lodge, despite recent images suggesting he hasn't yet moved to Sandringham as expected. In a fresh humiliation, Andrew and Sarah Ferguson are no longer welcome at London's exclusive Annabel's nightclub, where they have been frequent visitors for decades.
A source revealed: "Sarah and Andrew at this point would be turned away. Their type of notoriety is not what the club needs." This exclusion is particularly stinging given Andrew's long history with the venue, where he celebrated his 30th birthday and once planned his stag party.
Victims' lawyers have added their voices to the growing chorus demanding Andrew's cooperation. Gloria Allred, representing 27 of Epstein's victims, questioned: "Why does Andrew resist helping in an investigation which is so important to victims and survivors of Jeffrey Epstein?"
Another victims' attorney, Lisa Bloom, thanked Prime Minister Starmer for his stance, emphasising that anyone with information about "one of the world's most prolific predators" should assist law enforcement in bringing all complicit parties to justice.
