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Calls for Royal Accountability Over Prince Andrew's £12M Settlement

10/19/2025

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Labour MP Rachael Maskell has called on the royal family to explain how Prince Andrew financed a £12 million settlement in a sexual abuse case filed by Virginia Giuffre.
Prince Andrew announced he would stop using his Duke of York title after discussions with King Charles amid ongoing allegations linked to Jeffrey Epstein.
Virginia Giuffre, who died by suicide in April 2023, claimed Andrew sexually assaulted her when she was 17.
Maskell is advocating for legislative changes to enable the king to independently remove titles, addressing reputational risks for the royal family.
Giuffre's brother expressed pride in her legacy following Andrew's decision.

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Labour MP Rachael Maskell has called on the royal family to explain how Prince Andrew financed a £12 million settlement in a sexual abuse case filed by Virginia Giuffre.
Prince Andrew announced he would stop using his Duke of York title after discussions with King Charles amid ongoing allegations linked to Jeffrey Epstein.
Virginia Giuffre, who died by suicide in April 2023, claimed Andrew sexually assaulted her when she was 17.
Maskell is advocating for legislative changes to enable the king to independently remove titles, addressing reputational risks for the royal family.
Giuffre's brother expressed pride in her legacy following Andrew's decision.