A member of the British royal family, recently stripped of his official titles, is reportedly making significant demands as he is required to vacate his current residence. Sources indicate the individual is now seeking a substantial property on a private royal estate, complete with a full household staff.
The individual, who has relinquished his princely style and is now known privately as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, is said to be negotiating the terms of his relocation. He is reportedly asking for a large house, described as having six or seven bedrooms, and insists on a domestic staff that includes roles such as a chef, gardener, and security personnel.
Those close to him argue the requests are reasonable, given he is complying with the requirement to leave his long-term home. “He is giving up the lease on a significant property and simply expects fair treatment in return,” one associate stated.
However, other sources familiar with the situation suggest the negotiations are primarily financial in nature. “This was always going to be about the settlement,” a former palace insider commented. “He is effectively being compensated for leaving the lease and is therefore negotiating every detail.”
The move follows a formal announcement from the royal household late last year, which confirmed the removal of his titles and honors and initiated the process to end his occupancy at his former home. The statement noted these actions were necessary, independent of the individual’s continued denial of longstanding allegations against him.
Critics, however, claim his lifestyle remains unchanged despite the altered circumstances. Insiders describe a pattern of lavish expenditure, including regular orders of luxury food and drink for entertaining, which they characterize as excessive. “There is no indication of economizing,” one source claimed, detailing extravagant daily meals reportedly prepared by a private chef, often far exceeding what a single person would consume.
His social engagements are also said to have shifted, with observers noting he now primarily associates with a much smaller circle, as many former acquaintances within elite social circles have distanced themselves.
The situation highlights the ongoing complexities and costs associated with supporting former working members of the royal family as they transition to private life, with negotiations over housing and allowances continuing behind the scenes.
