Ex-Prince Andrew'snickname is resurfacing as diplomats revisit his trade-trip reputation. As per a new report, ex-diplomat Simon Wilson cited "His Buffoon Highness." That moniker is repeating after his arrest. The label links back to his years as a trade envoy, from 2001 to 2011. Major outlets reported he was set to step down. Now, older travel complaints are back in the spotlight amid theformer duke'srecent arrest in Sandringham.
Ex-Prince Andrew's brutal nickname given by diplomats resurfaces, claims report
BBCsaid the former Duke of York took the envoy job in 2001. For context, the BBC said he worked for UK Trade & Investment and did not receive a salary. UK Trade & Investment called it "promoting UK business internationally." It also said he had "unrivalled access" to leaders and executives. Meanwhile, a cable said he spoke "cockily" and "verged on the rude." Some papers called him "Airmiles Andy." Still, his private secretary said the claims were "without foundation."
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However,Mirror Newssaid diplomats describedFormer Prince Andrewas hard work on trips. A former official called him "a pain to look after." Another source added he was "seen as a liability." In turn, Wilson said, "He was rude and arrogant." He added, "The term 'His Buffoon Highness' was used among diplomats." At the same time, the report listed demands, including room-temperature water with no ice. It said staff dealt with a six-foot ironing board on the road.
Meanwhile,The Sun reportdated February 28, 2026, also repeated Ex-Prince Andrew's nickname as HBH/"His Buffoon Highness". It said the former duke made 76 foreign trips from 2001 to 2010. It claimed public costs averaged £51,000 per trip, excluding security. In addition, it said MPs want documents on those trips made public. Chancellor Rachel Reeves urged repayment of any misused public money. Even so, a former civil servant told the BBC, "I thought it was wrong." He said a massage expense request was approved after senior staff intervened.
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