The King has reportedly made it clear to the Duke of Sussex that his return to Frogmore Cottage is not on the cards, as shared by a royal expert.
At 75 years old, the King is pushing his brother, Prince Andrew, who has faced his fair share of controversies, to vacate the 30-room royal lodge in Windsor and move to Frogmore Cottage.
This revelation comes from insights provided by royal analyst and author Tom Quinn, who highlighted the King’s firm stance in the matter.
According to Quinn, the King’s decision to have Andrew relocate to Frogmore serves multiple purposes.
It conveys a strong message to the Duke of Sussex, emphasizing that as a private individual no longer engaged in royal duties, he will not be welcomed back to Frogmore Cottage.
Additionally, this move signals to Andrew that living luxuriously post his past actions is not an option anymore.
Quinn further emphasized that this strategic shift allows for the preparation of a splendid residence for the essential members of the royal family, the Prince and Princess of Wales.
From the King’s perspective, no other residence within the Windsor estate rivals the royal lodge in terms of its size and grandeur, making it the ideal abode for his successor.
Despite numerous offers extended to him, Prince Andrew remains resolute in declining the chance to acquire Frogmore Cottage.
A source close to the royal circle disclosed to the Times that while the King has shown generosity, there are limits to his goodwill.
The opportunity for Andrew to reside in Frogmore Cottage, recently vacated by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, is presented as a viable option due to its location within the security perimeter of Windsor Castle, thereby reducing the need for additional security measures at the royal lodge.
The insider further expressed concerns over Andrew’s delayed acknowledgment of the reality of the situation, indicating that he is taking more time than preferred to grasp the gravity of the circumstances.