Prince William's decisive move over 'toxic' Prince Andrew as he's a danger to the 'royal brand'

ok.co.uk:

Throughout every stage of Prince Andrew's fall from grace, it has frequently been reported that both The King and The Prince of Wales have stepped in to stop certain appearances - such as at events like the Order of the Garter.

But according to reports, any difficulties in the relationship between the heir to the throne and his uncle are due to a longstanding 'grudge' which dates back to the early days of his romance with the Princess of Wales.

Former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond told OK!: "I think William was quick to grasp that Andrew is toxic to the royal brand.

And, in a pretty ruthless and business like way, I think William has pushed for Andrew to be excluded and to stay excluded from the official royal circle." Then, referencing reports in the Express that any relationship between Prince Andrew and Prince William has long been distant, Jennie adds: "I have no idea whether this dates back to some kind of grudge about the way Andrew treated Catherine in the early days.