- Kate Middleton and Prince William were heckled by anti-monarchy protestors during a royal engagement.
- The royal couple were attending a Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey.
- Protesters held up signs like “What Did You Know?” referencing disgraced Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
The royals have been operating in “business as usual” mode since ex-Prince Andrew’s arrest, meaning they aren’t showing any signs of slowing down on public engagements. But that doesn’t mean the public is here for it.
Prince William and Kate Middleton stepped out for a Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey in London on Monday, and on their way in had to pass a large gathering of protesters. The couple were heckled as the protesters—who were from an anti-monarchy group”—held up signs like “What did you know?” and “Not My King.”
Here’s a closer look at the signs:
While the couple stayed focused on getting into the abbey and completely ignored protestors, insiders say Andrew’s arrest is hugely impacting things at the palace. Per one source who spoke to People, "Other events have rocked the monarchy, but something from within — where someone is being arrested — is very different. This is much more serious."
Andrew was arrested for "suspicion of misconduct in public office" on February 19, and it’s possible that he could face trial. The royals have remained largely silent, save for King Charles’ official statement on the matter, which reads as follows:
"I have learned with the deepest concern the news about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and suspicion of misconduct in public office," Charles said, per the BBC. "What now follows is the full, fair and proper process by which this issue is investigated in the appropriate manner and by the appropriate authorities. In this, as I have said before, they have our full and wholehearted support and co-operation. Let me state clearly: the law must take its course. As this process continues, it would not be right for me to comment further on this matter. Meanwhile, my family and I will continue in our duty and service to you all. Charles R."
