From BBC

Today, (Thu Feb 19) Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested and is being held in custody on suspicion of misconduct in public office. 

There’s been a lot of developments – and there’s still a lot we don’t know.

BBC Newscast hosts Adam Fleming and Laura Kuenssberg break down the developments with royal correspondent Jonny Dymond and home and legal correspondent Dominic Casciani in the latest episode of Newscast.

BBC News understands that Thames Valley Police contacted the Home Office to give them advance warning before Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested on Thursday morning and is being held in custody on suspicion of misconduct in public office. 

Thames Valley Police said it arrested a man in his sixties and is carrying out searches at addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk.

We’ve also heard from the King, who said he received the news of Andrew’s arrest with “the deepest concern”.

“The law must take its course,” he said, adding that the authorities have “our full and wholehearted” co-operation. 

We’ve heard the Prince and Princess of Wales are supporting the King’s statement, and Prince Harry’s team says they will not be saying anything at this time.

Both the King and Queen have continued with their public engagements, with Charles attending an event in central London.

Andrew has previously denied wrongdoing in relation to Epstein; he has not responded to the BBC’s requests for comment on any of the specific allegations in relation to the release of millions of Epstein files in January.

You can listen to the episode here.

The former prince was photographed reclined in the back of a vehicle leaving Aylsham police station soon after 19:00 GMT

King’s statement

“I have learned with the deepest concern the news about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and suspicion of misconduct in public office.

“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.”

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