Prince William and his wife Princess Kate have also released a statement

King Charles has spoken of his ‘profound concern’ regarding Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s involvement with Jeffrey Epstein.

The full statement from Buckingham Palace reads: “The King has made clear through words and through unprecedented actions his profound concern at allegations which continue to come to light in respect to Mr Mountbatten-Windsor’s conduct.

“While the specific claims are for Mr Mountbatten-Windsor to address, if we are approached by Thames Valley Police, we stand ready to support them as you would expect.