Ms Schofield further claimed that “Prince Andrew is right now a waste of resources” and that the King will argue that Andrew is not maintaining the property as per the 75-year lease, and should therefore be evicted. The lease requires the Duke to carry out repairs and allows him to pass the property on to his children.

It’s believed that King Charles recognises that Andrew’s occupation of a mansion, valued at least £30million, is damaging to the Royal Family’s image, and wants him to downsize to the five-bedroom Frogmore Cottage, reports the Express.

Andrew has been informed that the King will cease funding his 10-person security team after October, though a more cost-effective option is reportedly available.

If the lease were to be terminated, he would be entitled to the sum he has invested in refurbishing the property, which is said to be substantial.

In 2022, the Duchess of York purchased a £4million property in Belgravia, which is currently unoccupied.

Last year, she and Andrew offloaded their chalet in Verbier for a cool £19million.

Beatrice and Eugenie are both joyfully married with families and careers, making occasional appearances at Royal events.