Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor accused of 'playing a role in the departure of key Royal Family aide'

Sources suggest that in 2019, Lord Geidt was contacted by well-placed informants who alerted him about the former Duke of York's business dealings.

One source said: "He said that he would pass on the information to his old colleagues at the Palace, but that he had long been aware of these issues and he had attempted to raise them before, 'but the Queen just doesn't want to know'.

"It seems clear that Andrew played a role in his departure in 2017."

GB News has contacted the Royal Family and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor regarding the claim.

The former prince was arrested and released under investigation on February 19, on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

Andrew spent 11 hours in police custody and was pictured slouched back in a vehicle as he left Aylsham police station.

Despite the allegations surrounding the former prince with his connection to convicted paedophile, Jeffrey Epstein, for which Andrew has always denied any wrongdoing, the former duke is "really insistent that he can and will clear his name".

A friend of Andrew explained that he feels let down by his brother, despite King Charles continuing to give him money and a home on the Sandringham Estate.

"His view is that he has been unfairly - even brutally - treated, and the person he blames for this is the King," the friend told the Mail.

They added: "It's as though he's deliberately blocked out the outside world."

Andrew is currently lying low at Wood Farm, having been kicked out of Royal Lodge early, which was searched over the course of last weekend, with Thames Valley Police concluding their search on February 24.

King Charles released a statement just a couple of hours after his brother's arrest, emphasising that "the law must take its course".

Charles's message read: "I have learned with the deepest concern the news about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and suspicion of misconduct in public office.

"What now follows is the full, fair and proper process by which this issue is investigated in the appropriate manner and by the appropriate authorities. In this, as I have said before, they have our full and wholehearted support and co-operation.

"Let me state clearly: the law must take its course. As this process continues, it would not be right for me to comment further on this matter.

"Meanwhile, my family and I will continue in our duty and service to you all. Charles R.”

The Prince and Princess of Wales are understood to support the King's statement.

Andrew has denied any wrongdoing over his Epstein links, but has not directly responded to the latest allegations.

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