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“Now It’s Him Sweating”: British Press Headlines on Prince Andrew’s Arrest

Published February 20, 2026, 14:10
“Now It’s Him Sweating”: British Press Headlines on Prince Andrew’s Arrest

The arrest of Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor dominates the front pages of the British press, with newspapers adopting harsh and ironic headlines. The prince was arrested on his 66th birthday, on suspicion of misconduct in public office, relating to the alleged sending of confidential government documents to Jeffrey Epstein. Police continue their investigations at the prince's estate, while a photograph of him being transported in a police vehicle has gone viral. The prince was released without charges being filed, but remains under investigation. The arrest of a member of the royal family is an unprecedented event in modern British history. King Charles III, having removed his brother's royal title, stated that justice must take its course. The British newspapers ironically comment on the situation, referring to previous statements by Prince Andrew about his inability to sweat, implying that he is now in a difficult position. This arrest plunges the British monarchy into one of its biggest crises.