The British royal family remains opposed to allowing Former Prince Andrew to face external scrutiny, sources told Naughty But Nice. Despite mounting public criticism, insiders say the instinct inside the palace continues to lean toward protection rather than transparency. “They’re still circling the wagons,” one source said bluntly. “No one wants Andrew questioned. The instinct is still to protect.”
Prince William thinks protecting ‘ex-Prince Andrew’ will make royals ‘look complicit,’ per source
Royal expert Rob Shuter said some senior members of the British royal family remain unwilling to allow the former Duke of York to face police scrutiny, adding that protection for him continues behind palace walls.
Sources say King Charles III, Princess Anne, and Prince Edward are all said to be gentle toward their brother and prefer to handle the situation quietly. Sources describe a long-standing belief among older members of the family that royal issues should be handled privately. “They want this managed privately,” one insider explained. “Handled internally. Kept away from authorities.”
However, there is one clear disagreement. Prince William is reportedly strongly against continuing to protect his uncle. “William thinks Andrew is radioactive,” a source said. “And that shielding him makes the whole family look complicit.”
Insiders say William reportedly worries that continued protection sends the wrong message to the public and makes the monarchy appear complicit rather than accountable. Those close to the situation describe the disagreement as more than a personal clash—it’s a generational rift. “This is a generational split,” one source noted. “William understands public accountability. The others still believe in royal immunity.” As the future king, William is said to be acutely aware of public trust and how easily it can erode.
Originally reported by Khushali Srivastava on RealityTea.
