In response to a question “about the reputed 100k demand for office expenses,” the following answer was given:
“There has never been a demand for any payment for office expenses. It was clear from the start that only expenses incurred on BTI business will be covered in HRH’s role. This is by mutual agreement with Buckingham Palace.”
The document was filed as “Media Q&A for Duke of York role announcement.”
TIME has contacted the Department for Business and Trade for comment.
Andrew preferred visits to “sophisticated countries,” according to letter
In a letter penned by British diplomat Kathryn Colvin dated Jan. 25, 2000, it’s noted that Andrew would like to focus on projects related to “high-tech matters, trade, youth.” Regarding cultural events, his preference for ballet over theater was relayed.
Colvin told the undisclosed recipient that Andrew also “tended to prefer more sophisticated countries, particularly those in the lead on technology.” The rest of the sentence has been redacted.
