- Anne’s ‘wildly unpredictable’ moves defy King Charles’ orders
- Mike Tindall supports mother-in-law when royals step down
- Andrew’s arrest leaves Anne with a major dilemma, King’s sister takes action
Princess Anne, known for her stoic and no-nonsense approach to matters particularly related to the monarchy, appeared to have taken a “wildly unpredictable” step in the wake of the Andrew Epstein scandal.
In a shocking twist, as all royals distance themselves from disgraced Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Anne had privately contacted her middle brother with the support of her son-in-law, Mike Tindall.
The Princess Royal kept her firm stance earlier this week as the royals gathered at Westminster Abbey for the Commonwealth Day service, ignoring the anti-monarchy protesters who thronged nearby.
King Charles’ sister believes that private matters relating to members of the royal family should remain out of the public eye, a policy espoused by Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip.
However, it became increasingly difficult for the royals to remain in the dark as humiliating photos and emails were revealed in the Epstein files. Anne wad forced to admit it was now becoming “harder” for the royals to defend Andrew, according to royal expert Richard Kay.
King Charles has made it clear that Andrew has been ousted from the royal fold, stripped of his titles and honours, and other members are also being advised to keep their distance from York, particularly the strong feelings of the British towards the ex-prince.
Although it seems like a little defiance if Anne has remained in touch.
“Shattered by his arrest, I understand she has continued to be in contact with him,” the royal expert said. “Despite the well-known gruff and just-get-it-in approach she inherited from Prince Philip, Anne has been concerned for Andrew’s mental welfare as his world has imploded.”
He continued: “Interestingly, this has been encouraged by her son-in-law, former rugby player Mike Tindall, who may have more real-world experience than any other royal.”
Insiders insist the Princess Royal understands “the risk of damage to the institution’s reputation would be significant” if the royals maintained ties with Andrew. Furthermore, she supports King Charles’ decision and remains “dedicated” to the monarch.
