Veteran royal commentator Robert Jobson has called for Prince Andrew's former Scotland Yard protection officers to break their silence over the Epstein scandal, as pressure mounts on the Royal Family. Writing in the Daily Mail, Jobson argued that logs kept by officers detailing Andrew's movements should be made public, given the gravity of the allegations.
The call comes after a Super Bowl advertisement amplified victims' demands for the release of all remaining Epstein files. Kensington Palace issued a statement on behalf of the Prince and Princess of Wales expressing 'deep concern' for victims, but critics dismissed it as vague and evasive. Jobson described the statement as a 'carbon copy' of one previously issued by the King and Queen.
Prince Edward faced questions in Dubai last week and responded that 'it's really important to remember the victims', but Jobson said this was still insufficient. The commentator argued that the public clamour for an apology specifically mentioning Andrew is growing, and that the Palace's corporate PR speak will not keep the public at bay.
Thames Valley Police confirmed they are formally assessing claims that Andrew leaked confidential information to Epstein while serving as a trade envoy in 2010. The anti-monarchy group Republic alerted police to the alleged leak, which reportedly contained details of official visits to South East Asia. Buckingham Palace acknowledged the King's personal position 'with absolute clarity' for the first time in a statement, though the exact wording was not disclosed.
Jobson questioned why intelligence services and protection officers have remained silent, suggesting fear of repercussions has prevented disclosure. He urged the royals to 'get a grip' on the scandal, warning that silence is serving no one.
