When Andrew was born he was second in line to the throne, the proverbial spare who was there to step in if disaster struck the heir, his brother Charles. But after Charles married, Andrew’s position dropped with every new child and grandchild. He now stands at eighth place in the royal pecking order.

Prince Andrew's alleged involvement with a Chinese spy could ruin the Duke of York's upcoming Christmas plans, as mounting pressure for him to steer clear of public appearances grows. “Andrew should take it on himself and decline both invites.

King Charles III is reportedly starting to lose patience with his younger brother, Prince Andrew, who is currently involved in a Chinese spy case.