Has the Andrew Saga Changed the Relationship Between Parliament and the Palace?

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BBC

Politics, News

4.4 • 6.4K Ratings

🗓️ 1 November 2025

⏱️ 24 minutes

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Summary

Today, we discuss how the saga the led to Prince Andrew becoming Andrew Mountbatten Windsor might have led to a shift in the relationship between politicians and the Palace.

Pressure is also mounting on Andrew from politicians in the US as members of a congressional committee investigating the Jeffrey Epstein case have intensified their calls for Andrew to answer questions about his links to the late sex offender.

Alex steps in for Paddy who’s away.

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0:54.9	I don't think we've done this program together before as a duo.
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1:16.5	Prince Andrew.
1:21.0	The king has initiated
1:23.0	a process.
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