Prince Andrew paid millions to settle a civil case with Giuffre last year — a deal that bought him one year of silence. That agreement comes to an end within…
Prince Andrew paid millions to settle a civil case with Virginia Giuffre last year, securing a deal that bought him just one year of silence.Sign up to receive the daily top stories from the National Post, a division of Postmedia Network Inc.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. You may unsubscribe any time by clicking on the unsubscribe link at the bottom of our emails or any newsletter. Postmedia Network Inc.
There was concern that, among other things, the early February announcement that the then Duchess of Cornwall – with her mother-in-law’s blessing – would be known as the Queen Consort when Charles acceded the throne would be eclipsed by the ongoing legal battle. In order to facilitate the deal, the late Queen contributed to a hefty financial settlement which was accompanied by a 12-month gagging clause, ensuring that neither side could discuss any aspect of the case or the financial deal.
However, some aides were said to be “incredulous” that the Duke could have paid so much money only to have the allegations repeated after such a relatively short space of time.