Jeffrey Epstein’s survivors accused Buckingham Palace of “protecting” Andrew, amid new allegations linked to confidential emails and an ongoing police review.
The allegation was made by Jess Michaels, who says she was sexually assaulted by Epstein in 1991 when she was 22.
She claims that following recent revelations about a large archive of emails allegedly involving Andrew’s work as a trade envoy, the royal family failed to properly investigate concerns raised years ago.
According to Michaels, emails said to contain sensitive information linked to Andrew’s financial and official activities were allegedly sent to the Lord Chamberlain in 2020 as part of a wider cache of around 30,000 messages.
She argued that the palace’s handling of historical claims reflects a wider institutional failure, saying victims such as Virginia Giuffre, who died last year, were not adequately supported.
“Protecting him meant doubting her,” she said, adding that institutions often “shield powerful men and leave victims behind.”
The claims come as Thames Valley Police continue to assess possible sexual offenses as part of an investigation into Andrew’s alleged misconduct in public office following his arrest in February.
Officers are also investigating claims involving an alleged incident at a Windsor property in 2010, which Andrew has consistently denied.
A separate complainant has alleged that she was brought to Britain by Epstein and later met Andrew, including an alleged visit to the Royal Lodge and Buckingham Palace.
Her legal representative has said she is currently unwilling to speak to authorities due to privacy concerns and further intrusion.
Meanwhile, lawyers representing several Epstein victims say they are in possession of additional information about Andrew, although none are currently in contact with British investigators.
MP Rachael Maskell has called for a public inquiry, arguing the system of royal governance needs overhauling in light of the latest revelations.
Former royal press secretary Ailsa Anderson described the situation as “absolutely appalling” and called it “another nail in the coffin” for public confidence.
King Charles and Buckingham Palace have not commented on the specific allegations.
