Why Andrew has been ‘banned from horse riding’ by royal aides

LocalPolitics
26 Feb 2026 • 12:18 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has reportedly been banned from horse riding following his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
  • He was questioned for 11 hours by Thames Valley Police last Thursday over allegations of sharing confidential information with Jeffrey Epstein while serving as a UK trade envoy.
  • Royal aides reportedly advised against horse riding, considering it a 'bad look' for him to be seen enjoying himself while under police investigation.
  • The UK government is set to release files detailing his appointment as trade envoy, a move unanimously supported by MPs.
  • Lord Mandelson was also arrested on similar allegations, and police have concluded searching Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's former residence, Royal Lodge.

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