Will Prince Andrew Keep His Royal Mansion?

In this episode, the first half focuses on the ongoing political criticisms directed at Prince Andrew following Virginia Giuffre's posthumously published autobiography. A key point of contention is Andrew's residence at the Royal Lodge, a 30-bedroom property in Windsor Park that he occupies for a nominal rent—a fact that has sparked significant political backlash, especially since it has been revealed he paid a lump sum for renovations, which is overlooking the costs borne by taxpayers. Politicians from various parties have begun to call for either the end of Andrew's royal title or his complete withdrawal from public life, reflecting a notable shift in discourse around royal matters.

The second half of the episode pivots to the COVID inquiry, where former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been questioned about his decisions regarding school closures in 2020. Johnson faced scrutiny over the apparent lack of contingency planning for an extended closure of all schools, despite the realization of the detrimental impacts these policies had on children and young adults. Witnesses in the inquiry pointed to a failure to adequately prepare for the consequences of such closures, with criticisms directed at the government's approach to education during the pandemic, including the flawed grading algorithm for A-levels that led to widespread student dissatisfaction. The episode concludes with acknowledgments of the broader implications of these government decisions on children's education and well-being.