ROYAL COMMUNICATIONS
Statement by His Royal Highness The Duke of York KG
It has become clear to me over the last few days that the circumstances relating to my former association with Jeffrey
Epstein has become a major disruption to my family's work and the valuable work going on in the many organisations and
charities that I am proud to support.
Therefore, I have asked Her Majesty if I may step back from public duties for the foreseeable future, and she has given
her permission.
I continue to unequivocally regret my ill-judged association with Jeffrey Epstein. His suicide has left many unanswered
questions, particularly for his victims, and I deeply sympathise with everyone who has been affected and wants some form
of closure. I can only hope that, in time, they will be able to rebuild their lives. Of course, I am willing to help any
appropriate law enforcement agency with their investigations, if required.
Wednesday 20th November, 2019