Prince Andrew has withdrawn from tomorrow's pre-Christmas lunch at Buckingham Palace, opting not to join the Royal Family gathering. This decision comes amidst ongoing scrutiny of his relationship with alleged Chinese spy Yang Tengbo and follows his previous decision to skip Christmas celebrations at Sandringham.
The Duke of York has cancelled his attendance at tomorrow's pre-Christmas lunch at Buckingham Palace, according to MailOnline. After speaking with his ex-wife, the Duchess of York, Prince Andrew has decided not to join 70 members of the Royal Family at the palace. The Duke's decision is likely to be welcomed by his brother, King Charles III, amid the ongoing controversy surrounding Andrew's relationship with alleged Chinese spy Yang Tengbo.
It had been reported that Andrew was insisting on attending the lunch, asserting that he 'should be there' and that as it's a family occasion, 'why shouldn't he go?' Even as of last night, royal officials were unaware of his plans. However, MailOnline understands that Sarah has now persuaded him not to attend. This follows Andrew's earlier decision not to attend the Royal Family's Christmas celebrations at Sandringham next week. Royal aides expressed relief on Monday after it was revealed that the Duke had decided to 'do the decent thing' and avoid causing any embarrassment to the King by pulling out of the official festive events and the church walk. Although the monarch also invites his extended family – aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, husbands, and wives – who don't attend Sandringham to a large festive meal in London each year, Prince Andrew will not be present at this gathering either
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