It is worth noting that despite Prince Andrew being involved in a sexual assault case and having to settle out of court, he retained his royal police protection. However, in January 2022, he was stripped of his military and royal titles following allegations and legal action taken by Virginia Roberts Giuffre. Harry, the younger son of King Charles III, highlighted this disparity in his book, stating that despite his uncle's involvement in an embarrassing scandal and accusations of sexual abuse, no one had suggested revoking his security.
Additionally, Prince Andrew recently lost a legal battle in which he sought to regain security protection during his visits to the UK. Although he plans to appeal the decision, his case was unsuccessful in the High Court. Meanwhile, the timing of Harry's remarks coincides with the release of Scoop, an eagerly-awaited Netflix drama that offers viewers an insider's perspective on the individuals who secured a groundbreaking news story.
This new film further compounds Prince Andrew's concerns, as it implies that he will forever be associated with his ill-fated BBC Newsnight interview conducted by Emily Maitlis. Widely regarded as a disaster for the royal family, many believe that the interview significantly tarnished the reputation of King Charles' brother.
