Scandal allegations raise questions about monarchy’s ‘right to reign’

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The royal family’s “right to reign” has been questioned in the wake of the Duke of York’s civil sex assault case and the alleged cash-for-honours scandal that has engulfed the Prince of Wales’ foundation. The prince hosted a Queen’s Anniversary Prizes for higher and further education awards ceremony with the Princess Royal at St James’ Palace, and appeared relaxed following a turbulent few days for the monarchy. He has not been.” Labour MP Rachael Maskell, who represents York Central and has called on Andrew to give up his title to show “respect” for people living in the city, suggested in the wake of the events this week that the royal family does not have a “right to reign”. “Nobody has a right to reign and I think we’ve got to seriously ask those questions now.” The awards ceremony was the first time Charles had attended a public event since it was announced last week he had contracted Covid for a second time.