Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor insists on taxpayer-funded security rights

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been reported to "believe he deserves taxpayer-funded security," according to a royal expert.

Since 2019, the ex-royal has relied on private security instead of receiving taxpayer support for it. He has instead relied on private protection.

Seven years prior, Queen Elizabeth II asked him to step away from his royal duties after his connection to the convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein became known.

Andrew has always denied any misconduct in relation to Epstein.

It’s believed his current private security personnel are ex-Metropolitan Police officers who would have been part of the security team if Andrew's protection was still government-funded.

However, these personnel are neither armed nor provided with intelligence.

Sources at GB News suggest that the King grants a lump sum to cover his brother's various expenses, including security, but ultimately the allocation of these funds is Andrew's decision.

The matter concerning the late Queen's son took a further turn recently when he allegedly encountered a "balaclava-wearing" individual near his Sandringham property. allegedly confronted by a "balaclava-clad" man near his Sandringham Estate home.

This event reportedly took place around 7:30 in the evening, as the former Duke of York was out walking his dogs.

The Telegraph states that the suspect was supposedly around 50 yards from Mr Mountbatten-Windsor when the purported threat was made.

The individual, Alex Jenkinson, 39, has been charged with two accusations of using threatening, abusive, or offensive language or actions to intimidate someone or cause fear or distress.

He pleaded not guilty earlier this month.

Royal analyst Rafe Haydel-Mankoo informed GB News that Mr Mountbatten-Windsor's current security challenges place the Royal Family in "a very awkward situation".

"The dilemma here involves familial loyalty, public dismay, and the survival of the monarchy, creating three conflicting elements," he explained to the People's Channel.

"It is evident that His Majesty and the Royal Family still care deeply about their brother, their uncle, their cousin.

"No matter what has transpired, he remains a family member, and their concern for his safety and welfare is understandable.

"Nonetheless, protecting the monarchy is also paramount, and he is aware of this."

Mr Haydel-Mankoo stated that Mr Mountbatten-Windsor "cannot be completely cut off" and has been "kept at a distance" by the King, who insisted that he vacate Royal Lodge, where he resided for over 20 years in Berkshire.

Worryingly, he claims Andrew remains baffled as to why he is not entitled to the same benefits as the other members of the family.

"Andrew has always thought he's entitled to state-funded security, his titles, and everything else," Mr Haydel-Mankoo noted. "He seems unable to quite grasp why he finds himself in his current situation."

"Yet, it is clear that, from the Royal Family's perspective and that of the monarchy, the right to protection is intertwined with public service and public legitimacy – both of which he has forfeited."