The Epstein explosion is extraordinary. Shock waves sparked by the exposure of a dead paedophile’s illustrious circle of contacts are rocketing around the globe. This epic scandal – revolving around horrific abuse that was hidden in plain sight by money and power – has ruined careers and soiled reputations by revealing the sordid activities of prominent people in the harshest of lights. So will it now destroy the world’s most famous Royal Family?

Suddenly – and despite the enduring popularity of the Windsors in Britain – this is a valid question following the arrest of a foolish former prince who was second in line to the throne for the first two decades of my life. We remain in the foothills of this mountainous scandal with critical questions swirling around the Royal Family over its role in paying off an abuse victim, knowledge of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s appalling deeds and the blanket of protection thrown around a man accused of betraying his nation.

So far the King has made the right moves by declaring no one is above the law and offering support for investigations into his younger brother – who could end up imprisoned at His Majesty’s pleasure. But the path ahead is potentially treacherous. More daylight must be shone on the monarchy, shredding any remaining mystique and reminding us about the inherent absurdity of a........

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