Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s former private assistant expresses readiness to assist police in their investigation into suspected misconduct in public office.
Charlotte Manley’s Role and Offer
Charlotte Manley, 68, a former Navy officer, served as Andrew’s private secretary and treasurer for two years starting in 2001, when he became the UK’s special representative for trade and investment. She previously worked as his assistant for five years and joined him on numerous overseas trips, including to New York.
Manley states she would prefer to speak directly with police rather than the press. “I would rather talk to the police than the press,” she said this week at her Wiltshire home. “Not that I would have much to tell them.”
Masseuse Visit Arranged by Ghislaine Maxwell
Records show Manley signed a £75 cheque in June 2000 for South African masseuse Monique Giannelloni to visit Andrew’s rooms at Buckingham Palace. Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein’s girlfriend, organized the visit and reportedly promised Giannelloni an introduction to “someone more famous than God.”
Giannelloni met Andrew weeks later. “I got to the room and Andrew was stood there in a robe,” she recounted. “After saying ‘hello’, he disappeared to the bathroom and came back in the nude. I averted my eyes and I was quite embarrassed.” She described him as “very nice and gentlemanly” otherwise.
New US-Released Images
The US Department of Justice recently disclosed two photos from 180,000 images under the Epstein Files Transparency Act. The low-quality images, taken at Epstein’s New York home, depict a man resembling Andrew with young women—one on his lap, the other leaning over his shoulder. The women’s faces are redacted, and identities remain unconfirmed. Andrew denies any wrongdoing.
Recent Arrest and Investigation
Police arrested Andrew on his 66th birthday at his Wood Farm cottage on the Sandringham Estate, following his eviction from Royal Lodge due to Epstein connections. He spent about 10 hours at Aylsham Police Station before release.
Calls for Removal from Line of Succession
UK Government officials consider legislation to remove Andrew from the line of succession after the police probe concludes. World leaders support this: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney called his actions “deplorable” and necessitating removal. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described “grave allegations” that Australians take seriously. A New Zealand spokesperson backed UK proposals.
Ongoing Inquiries
Defence Secretary John Healey ordered a review of military files for evidence of Epstein using RAF bases to traffic girls into the UK, including two decades of flight logs. Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown urged six police forces to investigate Andrew’s use of taxpayer-funded jets and bases during his trade envoy role.
Tense Family Exchange
A forensic lip reader analyzed a conversation at the Duchess of Kent’s funeral last September. Andrew appeared to tell Prince William: “I’ve learnt from what I’ve done but before I forget, and if I can, I’d like to ask you if you can forgive?”
King Charles issued a statement post-arrest: “The law must take its course,” pledging full cooperation with authorities.
