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Andrew likely to miss major Royal Family's reunion

The former duke of York will miss the Royal Family's annual summer retreat

Andrew likely to miss major Royal Familys reunion
Andrew likely to miss major Royal Family's reunion

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is expected to miss the Royal Family's annual summer gathering at Balmoral once again.

The former duke of York will miss the Royal Family's annual summer retreat in the Scottish Highlands, with King Charles reportedly having no plans to meet his younger brother during the holiday.

According to The Times, Andrew, who has been living on the Sandringham Estate since April, is not expected to attend the Royal Family's annual gathering at Balmoral Castle.

A source with knowledge of the King's thinking said that Andrew appearing alongside other royals would raise "considerable sensitivities."

It is not known whether the former prince has officially been prohibited from visiting the Scottish estate.

Royal sources shared that Andrew has "settled" into life in Norfolk, living largely apart from the wider Royal Family.

King Charles removed Andrew titles

King Charles removed Andrew's remaining royal duties and patronages following the fallout from his links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

In February, he was evicted from Royal Lodge after nearly 20 years and was later arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office before being released under investigation.

Andrew moved to Marsh Farm, a five-bedroom farmhouse on the King's Sandringham Estate, in April.

Since his February arrest, he and King Charles have not met, and he has largely stayed out of the public eye.

Although he has largely withdrawn from public life, Andrew has established a peaceful routine in Norfolk, often taking solitary dog walks and countryside drives.

Andrew made his first public appearance since his exile on June 30, attending the Sandringham Horse Driving Trials alongside Prince Edward and Duchess Sophie.

Earlier this month, The Sun published photos of Andrew riding near his Norfolk home, despite reports he had been banned from horseback riding.

Since Queen Victoria and Prince Albert purchased it in 1852, Balmoral Castle has remained the Royal Family's traditional summer residence.