Last week opened up a new scenario in the royal news cycle, with Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s arrest and the ensuing PR storm it brought.
The reason for his arrest – most people might find hard to believe – was not because of any trafficking related events, but because he sent classified information to “good pal” Jeffrey Epstein. For this, he was branded a traitor to his country, prompting anti-Monarchists to report the incidence to the authorities.
The authorities swiftly picked up on this, and with King Charles supporting them to carry out their diligent duties, Andrew’s goose might finally be cooked. However, if new reports are to be believed, the only reason he got the trade envoy role to even be in the position to access said documents wasn’t because of his brother King Charles. In fact, Charles was said to have been against the move at the time.
Peter Mandelson Insisted Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Was “Well Qualified” For Trade Envoy Role
According to reports, Andrew was both annoyed and flabbergasted over his arrest on Thursday. The reason for the arrest was on suspicion of misconduct in public office, especially since it was revealed that he sent classified information relating to “investment opportunities” in Afghanistan.
But the truth of the matter was that he wouldn’t have even been in the position to abuse the role if he hadn’t received strong recommendations from the then trade secretary, Peter Mandelson.
“As a former trade secretary I know of the great importance of trade missions,” Lord Mandelson reportedly wrote in 2001.
“With a royal association they can achieve a reach into overseas foreign markets which is of immense value to the economy of the country. In that context the Duke of York will have a very important role for which he is well qualified.”
“This activity on behalf of the nation should not be confused with the commercial activities for personal gain which is associated with certain other members of the Royal family.”
Now, we’re learning that Charles had moved to block Andrew from taking over this position from the Duke of Kent, but was overruled by his mother, Queen Elizabeth the II, with the backing of Lord Mandelson.
Lord Mandelson was fired from his position as ambassador to the US in September, with the police also conducting investigations into his conduct in office, alongside Andrew.
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