Queen’s ‘keenness’ for Andrew to be trade envoy was a grave mistake
Queen Elizabeth II's support for her son Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to become a trade envoy in 2001 is now viewed as a significant misstep. Despite her intentions to provide him with purpose and structure, Andrew's subsequent controversies overshadowed this role. The late monarch's protective instincts towards Andrew, perceived as her favorite, ultimately led to complications for the royal family.
- ▪Queen Elizabeth II was keen for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to take on a prominent role as a trade envoy in 2001.
- ▪Royal commentators suggest that the queen was blinded by her affection for Andrew, whom she viewed as vulnerable.
- ▪Andrew's character was reportedly different from his siblings, leading to a closer bond with the queen.
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Queen Elizabeth II and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor on the Buckingham Palace balcony during the queen's birthday parade in 2019. Photograph: Neil Hall/EPAView image in fullscreenQueen Elizabeth II and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor on the Buckingham Palace balcony during the queen's birthday parade in 2019. Photograph: Neil Hall/EPAAndrew Mountbatten-WindsorAnalysisQueen’s ‘keenness’ for Andrew to be trade envoy was a grave mistake Caroline DaviesThe monarch may have thought the role would keep her ‘favourite’ second son out of trouble.
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