Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor making 'daily pleading calls' to King Charles

TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say A source told US outlet Radar the former prince has embarked on near-daily, almost pleading calls.The source claimed that the King doesn't feel he has the freedom to shut that door completely.There's a very real anxiety within the Palace about how Andrew might react if he were fully cut off, and that uncertainty is driving a lot of the King's decisions right now, the insider told the outlet.It's not a relationship being maintained out of warmth – it's far more strategic than that.The source added that King Charles is being pressured into keeping the line open with Andrew, over fears he could go rogue if he is isolated further.That possibility is something they simply can't ignore, the insider said. There's a sense that King Charles has to manage him carefully. If he doesn't offer at least some level of engagement, even just by taking a call here and there, there's no predicting how Andrew might respond.LATEST ROYAL NEWSPrincess of Wales's ex-aide offered her 'unwavering support' to Royal Family during challenging timeLate Queen was 'close to a nervous breakdown' over fears for King CharlesMillionaires lose battle to block sculpture tribute to Queen Elizabeth IIBut privately, he finds those interactions deeply unwelcome – he would much rather not have to deal with him at all.The difficulty is that Andrew isn't going to disappear quietly.Mr Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested on February 19 and later released under investigation for misconduct in public office.He has consistently denied any wrongdoing.The former Duke of York also finally completed his permanent move to Marsh Farm on Tuesday.He spent just over two months at his temporary residence, Wood Farm.The property has undergone extensive work ahead of his move, such as a new security fence around the exterior of the five-bedroom property, and a new carpet appears to have been laid.Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter