Royal Shake-Up: Prince Andrew and Prince Harry Faces a Big Trouble in a Shocking Move
A hereditary peer, Lord Northbrook, has publicly opposed the idea of Prince Harry and Prince Andrew taking seats in the House of Lords, stating that he would “draw the line” at their inclusion.
The comments were made during a debate in the Upper House, where the topic of Royal Family members potentially joining the chamber was discussed. Lord Northbrook, a 71-year-old hereditary peer from the Baring family, suggested that while some royals might be acceptable, he could not tolerate the presence of the Duke of York (Prince Andrew) or the Duke of Sussex (Prince Harry).
The House of Lords, the second chamber of the UK Parliament, is composed of appointed members, clergy, and hereditary peers. However, Lord Northbrook’s remarks highlight the controversies surrounding both Prince Harry and Prince Andrew, which have made them divisive figures in recent years.
Prince Harry stepped back from royal duties in 2020, relocating to California with his wife, Meghan Markle. Although they retained their Sussex titles, they no longer use their HRH styling, and Harry lost his military titles. Prince Andrew, on the other hand, withdrew from public life in 2019 following his association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. In 2022, Queen Elizabeth stripped him of his military titles and patronages, and he also stopped using his HRH title. More recently, in 2024, Andrew was linked to an investigation involving an alleged Chinese spy.
Lord Northbrook’s comments reflect the challenges both dukes would face if they were to seek roles in the House of Lords. While the peer did not rule out the inclusion of other royals, his explicit rejection of Harry and Andrew underscores the ongoing controversies and public scrutiny surrounding their actions. The debate highlights the complexities of integrating members of the Royal Family into the political sphere, particularly when their public reputations have been tarnished by scandal.
