A rift has emerged within the Royal Family over King Charles's approach to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, with Princess Anne and Prince Edward reportedly believing their brother has faced excessively harsh treatment.
Multiple disputes are now unfolding within the broader family circle, where some members remain convinced the King's response has been disproportionate.
A source told The Mail: "Anne has been vocal with both the King and William about Andrew's treatment," adding that "Edward is backing her to some extent."
'There are several arguments going on between Andrew and the King and between the King and the wider family – some of whom are convinced the King has treated his brother too harshly," the insider noted.
A rift has emerged within the Royal Family over King Charles's approach to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, with Princess Anne and Prince Edward reportedly believing their brother has faced excessively harsh treatment.
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According to the source, the situation sits uncomfortably with Charles, yet the Prince of Wales and Queen Camilla advocate for a firmer stance, creating significant "family angst."
The question of where Andrew will reside remains a central point of contention, with the King heavily engaged in determining his brother's future living arrangements.
Andrew reportedly favours Wood Farm as his permanent residence, given its more generous proportions compared to Marsh Farm and its frequent use for accommodating Sandringham guests.
However, this option has been dismissed as "inappropriate" owing to the property's recent royal associations.
Andrew reportedly favours Wood Farm as his permanent residence, given its more generous proportions compared to Marsh Farm and its frequent use for accommodating Sandringham guests.
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While these discussions continue, Andrew appears to be struggling to come to terms with his dramatically altered status.
His transition to life outside the royal fold has proven difficult, with Andrew appearing reluctant to fully accept the reality of his new circumstances as an ordinary citizen rather than a working member of the royal family.
In contrast to her former husband's apparent reluctance, Sarah Ferguson has taken a more pragmatic approach to the dramatic upheaval facing the couple.
In contrast to her former husband's apparent reluctance, Sarah Ferguson has taken a more pragmatic approach to the dramatic upheaval facing the couple.
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"Sarah has largely sorted her own possessions and papers," according to the source.
Numerous boxes containing her belongings, along with clothes and personal items belonging to her daughters, Beatrice and Eugenie, have been transported to Princess Beatrice's Cotswold residence.
Whether the 66-year-old is simply using her eldest daughter's property for storage or intends to relocate permanently to a converted cow barn in Beatrice's garden remains unclear.
Despite ending their marriage in May 1996, Andrew and Sarah have remained remarkably close through recent turbulence.
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