King Charles Frustrated as Prince Andrew Refuses to Leave Royal Lodge, Weighs Options

King Charles is reportedly growing increasingly frustrated with his brother, Prince Andrew, 64, over his refusal to vacate the £30 million Royal Lodge, despite being asked to leave nearly five years ago.

Prince Andrew’s state security was removed after a Home Office review, leaving him guarded by a private security team costing £3 million annually, which is funded by King Charles. Additionally, Andrew receives a generous allowance from the King.

According to The Times, the King is losing patience with the ongoing situation, often referred to as “The Andrew Problem,” and is considering two possible solutions.

The first option is for Prince Andrew to become financially independent and cover his own expenses, including his security. However, given that Andrew has no clear source of income or job experience, this is seen as an unlikely option.

The second, more likely solution, is for Andrew to move into more suitable accommodation, with Frogmore Cottage – the former home of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle – being considered a fitting alternative. The cottage is located within the Windsor estate’s security perimeter and was recently refurbished by the Sussexes before their move abroad.

Andrew has reportedly been given an autumn deadline to vacate Royal Lodge, following an ultimatum from King Charles. However, the Prince has been reluctant to leave, citing a 75-year lease he signed with the Crown Estate in 2003, which included a £1 million down payment and an annual rent of £260,000.

Recent reports suggest that the King is reconsidering the financial support he provides to his brother, with sources claiming Charles has informed Andrew’s security team that their services will not be needed once their contract expires this autumn.

The standoff between the two brothers has been described as “the siege of Royal Lodge,” with sources noting that Andrew has been slow to recognize the reality of the situation. King Charles is reportedly