King Charles has informed his brother, Prince Andrew, that the private allowance provided to him cannot be used to fund legal action against the police. The King personally finances Andrew's support and accommodation at his Sandringham estate.

A royal source indicated that this funding is strictly for personal support and not for challenges against authorities. Prince Andrew is launching legal proceedings against Thames Valley Police and the Central Criminal Court concerning search warrants issued prior to his arrest in February. The former Duke of York was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office following revelations from the Epstein files.

Prince Andrew has consistently denied any wrongdoing related to his association with Jeffrey Epstein. As he is no longer a working royal, Buckingham Palace does not comment on his behalf or engage in his legal matters. However, a royal source emphasized that the King's financial assistance should not be diverted to cover the costs of the judicial review Andrew is pursuing.

The exact amount of the King's allowance to Prince Andrew has not been disclosed. This funding was part of the arrangements made when Andrew moved from his previous residence at Royal Lodge in Windsor. The allowance is distinct from the Sovereign Grant, which is public funding for the monarchy, and is drawn from the King's personal wealth, including income from the Duchy of Lancaster and private investments.

Following Andrew's arrest, King Charles stated that the law must take its course, and the Palace is now actively distancing itself from the former Duke's legal challenges. Andrew's legal team is reportedly contesting the lawfulness of the warrants used to search Sandringham and Royal Lodge, representing his first public response to his arrest earlier this year.

Thames Valley Police confirmed their involvement in legal proceedings related to previously obtained warrants from the Central Criminal Court. The force stated that it would be inappropriate to comment further due to the ongoing nature of the legal proceedings.

Prince Andrew, who relinquished his royal titles due to his connections with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, is seeking a judicial review to examine the legality of the search warrants. A court hearing scheduled for Thursday afternoon is expected to address Andrew's bid to have these warrants quashed.

This situation highlights the separation between the King's personal financial support for his brother and the legal actions Prince Andrew is undertaking independently. The Palace's stance suggests a continued effort to maintain distance from the former Duke's personal legal battles.