King Charles has returned to Sandringham with no intentions of seeing his brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, sources have claimed.
The monarch had travelled to the region by helicopter the previous day after a demanding period with engagements throughout the week.
Despite now being situated in close proximity to the former Duke of York, who is staying at nearby Wood Farm, the King has neither visited nor made contact with his younger brother.
Sources indicate Charles has no intention of seeing Andrew during his time at the estate.
King Charles has no plans to see Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor despite returning to Sandringham
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The 66-year-old former prince has been subject to stringent controls on his movements since being released from Aylsham police station in Norfolk, where he spent 11 hours in custody on his birthday.
According to reports, he now requires both advance permission and a chaperone to accompany him before he can leave the estate grounds.
Wood Farm, the cottage where the late Prince Philip spent his final years, has also seen visitor access tightened, with anyone wishing to see the former Duke of York needing prior approval.
The restrictions follow his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office, with allegations centring on claims he passed sensitive information to Jeffrey Epstein while serving as UK trade envoy.
Andrew has been living at Wood Farm, a secluded cottage on the periphery of the Sandringham grounds, since being required to leave Royal Lodge in Windsor by King Charles | GETTYHorse riding, an activity the former prince regularly enjoyed at Royal Lodge on the Windsor estate, has now been prohibited.
Sources suggest the ban relates to concerns about the negative impression such outings would create while the police investigation remains active.
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A source told the Sun: "Since his arrest last week he has been ordered not to go horse riding. It's considered a bad look."
The source added: "They don't think he should be seen grinning and smiling on his horse like he was in Windsor. But it was one of the few things he actually enjoyed doing so what on earth is he going to do with his time?"
Andrew was arrested last week on suspicion of misconduct in public office | REUTERSThames Valley Police confirmed earlier this week that searches of his former Royal Lodge residence had concluded after lasting several days.
The former prince spent 11 hours in custody on his birthday following allegations he passed sensitive information to Jeffrey Epstein during his tenure as UK trade envoy.
Andrew has always strongly denied allegations regarding his contact with Epstein.
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