Westminster AM: King Acts on Andrew, Reeves Cleared Over Rental Row

Good morning from The Pavlovic Today newsroom — here’s what’s happening this morning in the UK and the wider world.

TOP NEWS THIS MORNING

• King Charles strips Prince Andrew of his royal title as Virginia Giuffre’s family calls for further investigation.

• Letting agents in Rachel Reeves’ rental row apologize to the Chancellor, admitting an “oversight.”

• The UN convenes an emergency meeting on Sudan amid reports of mass killings.

WESTMINSTER

King Charles has formally stripped Prince Andrew of his royal title and instructed him to vacate Royal Lodge. This move follows weeks of scrutiny over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Virginia Giuffre’s family, who accused Andrew of sexual assault, welcomed the decision and urged further investigation.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has been cleared of wrongdoing in the rental controversy over her south London home. The Prime Minister’s Ethics Adviser found “no evidence of bad faith,” while the estate agents involved apologised for failing to secure the correct rental licence, calling it an “oversight.” The apology relieves immediate pressure on the Chancellor but leaves lingering questions about ministerial accountability.

Starmer government is facing new criticism over conditions in the National Health Service. Charities warn that “corridor care” — patients treated in hallways because of bed shortages — has become a “crisis in plain sight.” Campaigners say it highlights deep structural strain within the NHS.

Ministers have also announced £420 million in energy-bill relief for the most energy-intensive industries, including steel and glass manufacturing. Officials stressed that the funds will come from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, not from household bills.

Pornhub reports a 77 percent drop in UK visitors since mandatory age-verification laws took effect in July. The company says the fall reflects the impact of stricter online-safety rules on access to adult content.

INTERNATIONAL

The United Nations has called an emergency meeting on Sudan following reports of mass killings and siege conditions in several regions. Aid groups warn that civilians are being targeted as violence intensifies between rival forces. The UN’s humanitarian office says the situation has reached a “breaking point,” urging coordinated international action to prevent further atrocities.