Following his dramatic arrest, Andrew Mountbatten Windsor spent a significant part of his birthday undergoing questioning by the police. The former prince was detained at the Sandringham Estate and later photographed looking bewildered as he was taken from the Aylsham Police Investigation Centre after being arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office. While Andrew did not celebrate his birthday with a lavish party, alcohol, or cake as in previous years, he was provided with a small gesture by the police.

During his time in custody at a Norfolk police station, Andrew reportedly received a single cup of Yorkshire Tea, with most of the nine hours spent in a cell, far from the luxuries of his former royal life. According to a source, the type of tea served at the station depends on the officers’ discretion, and it is likely that Andrew was given the premium Yorkshire Tea due to his good behavior.

It is worth noting that Yorkshire Tea holds a royal warrant and is officially supplied to King Charles. The irony was not lost on the source, stating, “It’s hard not to see the irony that he was left sipping on a royal brew warranted by his brother. You couldn’t make it up.”

No specific details have been disclosed about the procedures Andrew underwent during his time in custody. He was released under investigation while authorities continued to search his former residence, Royal Lodge, in Windsor. The Metropolitan Police also reached out to Andrew’s protection officers for any potential information related to the investigation.

In another development, the government is contemplating passing legislation to exclude Andrew from the line of succession, presenting a further setback for the late Queen’s son. Despite being stripped of his royal titles and privileges, Andrew remains eighth in line to the throne. Removal from the line of succession requires an act of parliament, along with agreement from the other realms where King Charles serves as the head of state.