The statement follows police confirmation that they are assessing reports that Andrew shared sensitive information with Epstein in 2010 while serving as the U.K.’s trade envoy. Charles was heckled during a royal engagement in northwest England, with a member of the public shouting questions about what the monarchy knew about Andrew’s ties to Epstein. The developments are adding to political pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer, as opposition figures and some Labour lawmakers call for greater transparency over contacts between senior public figures and Epstein. The controversy has also revived scrutiny of Peter Mandelson, a former senior minister and UK ambassador to the United States, after reports he maintained a relationship with Epstein following the financier’s 2008 conviction. Police have searched properties linked to Mandelson as part of an investigation into possible misconduct in public office. In Norway, authorities are investigating former ambassador Mona Juul and her husband over suspected corruption tied to their relationship with Epstein. In the United States, Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell invoked the Fifth Amendment during a House deposition, drawing criticism from survivors’ advocates.