The press has been following two main royal stories — Prince William’s upcoming wedding to Kate Middleton, and Prince Andrew’s controversial friendships as UK trade envoy.

Naturally, the Palace wants the world to focus on the happy event and the promise of a shining young couple.  It’s an opportunity to bring positive PR to a family long been plagued with scandals and divorces.  Ironically, just over a month before William & Kate’s wedding, Prince Andrew is in hot water.   And the press is digging deep to find more dirt on his suitability as UK’s trade envoy.

The Duke of York has met with the Queen, and apparently has been warned that he’s one scandal away from losing his trade job.  His official visit to Saudi Arabia has been canceled amidst security fears.  The Palace says its due to local unrest and has nothing to do with the recent allegations against Andrew.

Prince William’s team is also said to be furious that Prince Andrew’s controversy is threatening to overshadow preparations for the Royal Wedding.  Not wanting the “Kate & William brand” to be contaminated by the Duke, they are keen to make sure that the couple be kept away from Andrew until April 29.  Of course, Prince Andrew is expected to attend the wedding.

Meanwhile, the situation is getting worse for Andrew as the press digs up years of dirt to fuel the controversy..

  1. He is accused by News of the World of lying about knowing a woman who set up Fergie’s cash-for-access deal.
  2. Another shady businessman friend – David Rowland – was revealed to have secretly helped ex-wife Sarah Ferguson clear her debts (read article here).
  3. He may have used tax avoidance scheme to avoid paying £6 million tax bill after selling his home (read article here)

All these new allegations go beyond unfortunate friendships for the Duke — they show conflict of interest in his current job.

Meet the team behind Princess Catherine

Unlike the late Princess Diana, Kate Middleton is getting a lot of help in her transition to royalty.  From family (sister Pippa and mum Carole) to political experts (Sir David Manning), from fashion gurus to party planners, the future princess has a team behind her making.

Article: The Express

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