The Royal Family has reportedly raised significant concerns about the psychological wellbeing of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and his former wife, Sarah Ferguson, as their dramatic fall from public life continues throughout 2025.
Deepening Royal Crisis
According to prominent royal author Robert Jobson, senior members of the monarchy are increasingly worried about how both individuals are coping with their ongoing exile from royal duties. This follows Andrew being stripped of his royal titles and prince prefix earlier this year, alongside his removal from Royal Lodge.
Several charities have severed connections with Sarah Ferguson due to the couple's association with the late convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein, creating additional strain on the former Duchess of York.
Mounting Consequences and Congressional Pressure
The controversy primarily stems from Andrew's continued contact with Epstein, which contradicted statements he made during his widely criticised interview with Emily Maitlis towards the end of the 2010s. Andrew has consistently denied all allegations of wrongdoing since the scandal first emerged years ago.
This week brought further difficulties as reports indicated Andrew might lose another honour: the Freedom of the City of London. This historic privilege, which he inherited from his father Prince Philip through patrimony, allows recipients to carry a ceremonial sword and drive sheep across London Bridge.
A spokesperson for the City of London Corporation confirmed they are "listening to concerns raised" and will "carefully consider the rules that govern how a Freedom is given" and the procedures for its removal.
International Repercussions
Across the Atlantic, Andrew faces mounting pressure from US lawmakers after failing to respond to a request to appear before the US Congress regarding their ongoing investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.
Democratic Congressmen Suhas Subramanyam and Robert Garcia have accused the disgraced royal of hiding after receiving no response to their interview request by November. In a strongly worded statement, they declared: "Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's silence speaks volumes. The documents we've reviewed raise serious questions he must answer."
They emphasised that their investigation would continue regardless of Andrew's cooperation, vowing to "hold anyone involved in these crimes accountable, no matter their wealth, status, or political party" to secure justice for Epstein's victims.
Jobson summarised the situation by noting that while concern exists for Andrew and Sarah's mental health, the primary focus should remain on Epstein's victims, stating: "They're human beings; a lot has been taken away."
