Andrew faces succession axe amid Epstein probe: Announcement looms

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, currently eighth in line to the throne, landed in serious trouble amid probe over his connections to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender.

The 66-year-old disgraced royal's removal from line of succession is being considered by UK government, according to a new report.

However, the bombshell move, which is expected this year, would require an Act of Parliament and approval from the 14 Commonwealth realms where King Charles III is head of state.

Andrew, who was arrested on February 19, 2026, on suspicion of misconduct in public office, has denied any wrongdoing. He is still under investigation even after being released 12 hours of questiong at a police station.

British officials say they're 'not ruling anything out' as police continue searching former prince's home following misconduct charges.

On Friday, police continued searching Andrew’s former home. The British government is also considering whether to formally remove him from the line of succession.

Despite being stripped of his princely title in October and now facing a police investigation, Andrew remains in line to the throne as the change would require new legislation.

"The government is considering any further steps that might be required, and we’re not ruling anything out," announced James Murray, the government’s chief secretary to the Treasury.

The last time a royal was removed from the line of succession was after the abdication of King Edward VIII in 1936. The law was changed to remove him and any descendants from the list.

Defence Minister Luke Pollard, speaking on BBC Radio 4's Any Questions show, said that the British government and Buckingham Palace have been working together to prevent Andrew from "potentially being a heartbeat away from the throne."

He added that he is hopeful this is an issue that "will enjoy cross party support" but "is something that only happens when the police investigation concludes."