Ex-Prince Andrew Documents Release: Queen Pushed for Trade Envoy Role
Summary
Newly released British government documents reveal that Queen Elizabeth II supported Prince Andrew’s appointment as a trade envoy in 2000. The papers show the government moved forward with his role without a formal background check, amid ongoing investigations into his alleged ties to Jeffrey Epstein.Key Facts
- In February 2000, officials proposed Prince Andrew as a trade envoy following the Duke of Kent’s withdrawal.
- The late Queen Elizabeth II wanted Prince Andrew to take on this role.
- His duties included making two or three trade visits overseas each year and hosting important trade visitors in the UK.
- No formal vetting or background check was done before his appointment.
- The government had considered expanding Prince Andrew’s trade role before the formal proposal.
- Current investigations look into Prince Andrew’s connection to Jeffrey Epstein and whether he leaked government documents.
- Prince Andrew was arrested in February for suspected misconduct in public office but has not been charged.
- The released documents focus on his original appointment and don’t provide new details about the police inquiry.
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