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UK House of Commons Votes to Release Documents on Former Prince Andrew's Trade Envoy Role

Key Points
  • The UK House of Commons voted to release confidential documents about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's time as trade envoy.
  • Andrew is under investigation for allegedly sharing government documents with Jeffrey Epstein and was reportedly arrested on misconduct charges.
  • Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey proposed the motion, calling the situation 'a deeply British scandal' reaching the top of the establishment.

The British House of Commons has voted to release confidential documents related to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's tenure as a trade envoy, following allegations that he shared government information with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The motion was approved by acclamation during a parliamentary debate on Tuesday, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer's government backing the measure.

According to reports, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the brother of King Charles III, is under investigation for misconduct in public office and was reportedly arrested last week on charges related to allegations that he shared government reports with Epstein during his time as trade envoy. The former prince had his royal titles stripped last year.

a deeply British scandal that reaches right to the top of the British establishment

Ed Davey, Liberal Democrat leader

Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey, who proposed the motion, described the situation as "a deeply British scandal that reaches right to the top of the British establishment." During the debate, lawmakers called for greater accountability from the royal family, with some accusing Andrew of putting his friendship with Epstein ahead of his duty to the country.

Trade Minister Chris Bryant stated for the government that releasing the documents was "the least we owe the victims of the horrific abuse that was perpetrated by Jeffrey Epstein and others." While the government agreed to release the files, some documents may be delayed until police complete their investigation.

the least we owe the victims of the horrific abuse that was perpetrated by Jeffrey Epstein and others

Chris Bryant, Trade Minister

The push for transparency comes as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor faces a police probe over allegations that he shared sensitive documents with Epstein, who died in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges.

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