Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's new home in Sandringhamappears to be nearly ready, according to a new development.
The former Duke of York, 66, is currently living at Wood Farm Cottage, as preparations are underway for him to permanently live at Marsh Farm at Wolferton.
A six-foot fence is currently being installed as a security measure around the new property, with just a gate now needed to complete the installation.
The structure appears to be almost finished, with Andrew expected to move in over the coming weeks. It will mean his two-storey home is shielded from the nearby road. Meanwhile, a trench has been dug across the drive in recent days between the farmhouse and a barn next door, the Eastern Daily Press reported, though it's not clear yet what it could be for.
Andrew is keeping a low profile after his arrest on his birthday last month and has not been seen in public since he was photographed leaving Aylsham police station that day. He was held in custody for 11 hours on suspicion of misconduct in public office during his time as trade envoy for the United Kingdom.
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There have been several clues that Andrew's relocation to Marsh Farm is nearing, including the installation of Sky TV and the presence of carpet fitters.
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HELLO! understands that workmen from family-run company Linney Cooper, which holds a Royal Warrant, have been seen at Marsh Farm. The luxury company, which was set up in 1964, has previously supplied and installed flooring at royal residences including Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle, Kensington Palace, Frogmore House, and Balmoral. They also supplied the carpets for Andrew's Royal Lodge in Windsor, which is moved out of at the start of February.
© PA Images via Getty ImagesEarlier this week, a van from Next Level Flooring Solutions, based in nearby King's Lynn, which supplies laminate and hardwood flooring, was also spotted at the property. Workmen have been pictured on site installing CCTV, while last year a no-fly zone around Sandringham was extended to include Marsh Farm, giving the King's brother another layer of security.
Will Andrew be removed from the line of succession?
Andrew remains eighth in line to the throne, despite a string of scandals relating to his friendship with the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Australia, Canada and New Zealand have led the way in speaking out, backing the removal of the former Duke of York. Jamaica, and the Bahamas are among the others that would need to support it.
© REUTERS/Phil NobleRemoving him from the line of succession would require an Act of Parliament approved by all 14 realms of the Commonwealth, where King Charles is the head of state. It would need to be approved by MPs and peers before being given royal assent by the King.
Over the weekend, the Canadian Prime Minister, Mark Carney, condemned Andrew's behaviour as "deplorable" and said his actions "necessitate" his removal from the line of succession.
