Prince Andrew still believes he has “much to offer in public life” despite an out-of-court settlement with Virginia Juffre, and may try to “rediscover himself by helping victims of sexual trafficking,” a royal expert said.
- Andrew and prosecutor Virginia Juffre reach an out-of-court settlement on a civil lawsuit
- Court documents show Duke will make a “significant donation” to Ms. Giuffre’s charity
- Royal editor Russell Myers says Andrew believes he can return to public life
- He suggests that he may try to “rediscover himself” by working with victims of sexual trafficking.
Prince Andrew may try to “rediscover itself in the eyes of society” following a civil lawsuit for sexual violence against him in the United States by Virginia Juffre.
The 62-year-old Duke of York has agreed to settle Ms. Roberts’ case, accusing him of sexual assault after they allegedly met through the late pedophile Epstein and Gislane Maxwell.
Under the agreement, Andrew did not accept responsibility, who has always denied the allegations, and said in a statement that he would make a “significant donation to Ms. Giuffre’s charity in support of victims’ rights”.
Although he has to step down from public office and relinquish his HRH title in light of the Epstein scandal, Andrew still believes he has “a lot to offer in public life,” said royal editor Russell Myers.
In an episode of True Royalty’s The royal rhythmhe said: “The language used in this [settlement] the statement is that Prince Andrew will help victims of sexual trafficking, “Myers said.” Is this positioned to try to rediscover itself in the public eye?
Prince Andrew may try to “rediscover himself in the public eye” after a civil lawsuit for sexual assault filed against him in the United States by Virginia Juffre. The couple is depicted together
Earlier this month, the Duke of York agreed to settle Ms. Roberts’ case, accusing him of sexual assault after they allegedly met through the late pedophile Epstein and Gislane Maxwell.
“Speaking to his friends this week, they say he still feels he has something to offer in public again.
“I still believe that he is the only person on the planet who believes in this [apart from] probably Fergie and probably the queen.
“He is only 61, but it is impossible to see how he could have a future.”
The duke’s daughter, Princess Eugenia, has been working against modern slavery since 2012 and in 2017 co-founded The Anti-Slavery Collective, a charity working to combat human trafficking.
The Duke’s daughter, Princess Eugenie, has been working against modern slavery since 2012 and in 2017 co-founded The Anti-Slavery Collective
“Maybe he sees it as a road, because probably his family is the only one who thinks they can help him at this stage,” Russell said.
Although the amount of the settlement has not been disclosed, reports suggest it could cost up to £ 12 million – with the Queen saying it will help fund the settlement.
The move is seen as an attempt to draw a line under the scandal ahead of her long-awaited anniversary celebrations later this year, which he will apparently be barred from attending.
The Telegraph estimates that the total amount the victim and her charity will receive will exceed £ 12 million – with funds coming from her private estate on the Duchy of Lancaster.
Although the amount of the settlement has not been disclosed, reports suggest it could cost up to £ 12 million – saying the queen will help fund the settlement.
Although the agreement does not contain a formal acknowledgment of responsibility or an apology, it says he now accepts Ms Giuffre as a “victim of abuse” and regrets her relationship with Epstein.
The prince, who was stripped of his remaining patronage earlier this year, is reportedly facing pressure from senior royalty to resolve the trial before the Queen’s platinum anniversary later this year.
And while Andrew believes he still has a chance to return to royal life, senior royal sources said last month that the duke has no way back into public life.
One said, “Regardless of the outcome, he has given up any public role because of his appalling lack of judgment and poor choice of friends and associates.”