In a recent turn of events, King Charles III is reportedly re-evaluating Prince Andrew’s financial allowance amid ongoing tensions between the two siblings. This development comes as the Duke of York continues to inhabit the lavish Royal Lodge in Windsor, a sprawling 30-bedroom residence valued at around £30 million, despite mounting pressures regarding his living situation.

Sources indicate that the King is becoming increasingly frustrated with his brother’s reluctance to vacate the opulent property. Under a 75-year lease agreement established in 2003 with the Crown Estate, Andrew is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the Royal Lodge.

This includes obligations to “repair, renew, uphold, clean, and keep in repair” the mansion—a task that has proven challenging for the Duke, particularly as he shares the residence with his ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson.

According to reports from *The Times*, King Charles is now keen on finding a resolution to what insiders have dubbed “the Andrew problem.” As the situation stands, Andrew’s financial support from the royal family is under scrutiny, with discussions about potentially reducing or reconfiguring his allowance gaining traction. This scrutiny is exacerbated by the Duke’s current living conditions, which many observers suggest may soon become untenable.

Adding to Andrew’s difficulties is the substantial cost of his security detail. He is currently protected by a private security team of ten, with annual expenses estimated at a staggering £3 million. This funding comes directly from King Charles’s private finances, as Andrew lost his police protection when he stepped back from royal duties in 2019 following controversial associations with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

In a surprising move last month, it was reported that King Charles had decided to dismiss Andrew’s private security team, effective after October. This decision appears to be part of a broader strategy to reassess the Duke’s financial and security arrangements. Sources claim that there is no immediate plan in place to replace the security personnel, hinting at a significant shift in how Andrew’s safety will be managed moving forward.

The motivations behind these changes seem to stem from a desire to ensure Andrew’s long-term security as he ages, albeit in a manner that reflects the realities of his current situation. A close friend of the King expressed concern that Andrew is taking an uncharacteristically long time to come to terms with these changes, which are viewed as essential for his future well-being.

“This transition can occur in a dignified manner, or it can happen abruptly,” the friend noted. “It’s a rather unfortunate state of affairs. As it stands, life at Royal Lodge is likely to become increasingly uncomfortable for him.”