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UK lawmakers approve release of confidential documents related to former Prince Andrew
- On Tuesday, the House of Commons approved a motion to force the release of vetting documents on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's trade envoy role, with the government supporting it.
- After US releases of Epstein files last month, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested last week on suspicion of misconduct but released without charge as investigations continue.
- In the Commons, criticism coincided with the arrest of Peter Mandelson, who was questioned for over nine hours on suspicion of misconduct in public office linked to Epstein, and later released on bail.
- Bridget Phillipson said the government would "push ahead" with publication in early March, but officials warned police guidance will determine which files can be released.
- Tuesday's debate marks a rare Commons departure from deference to the monarchy, reflecting growing scrutiny of power by the Establishment and lasting implications for the House of Windsor.
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By Christian Edwards and Lauren Said-Moorhouse, CNN. In the days following Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's extraordinary arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office, the former prince has faced a series of allegations regarding his time as the UK's trade envoy and his friendship with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Mountbatten-Windsor faces questions about how he could have traveled to visit Epstein and whether he could have…
Because of the Epstein revelations, King Charles' brother had been temporarily arrested. Now, the publication of documents is intended to bring further clarity about his entanglements as a trade representative.
These documents refer to the appointment of the fallen Prince as Special Envoy for International Trade in 2001, a position he held until 2011.
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