The daughter of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson had been a vocal supporter of the organisation and often used her platform to highlight the issue of human trafficking. Her profile was recently removed from the charity’s website, which had previously praised her work alongside campaigners and global leaders in the fight against modern slavery.
In a statement shared with The Observer, the charity confirmed the change.
“After seven years, our patronage from HRH Princess Eugenie of York has come to an end,” the organisation said. “We thank the Princess very much for her support for Anti-Slavery International and hope she continues working toward ending slavery and securing freedom for everyone.”
Eugenie, 35, has not publicly commented on the decision.
Timing raises questions amid ongoing royal controversy
The development comes during a turbulent period for Eugenie’s father, Prince Andrew, who has faced renewed scrutiny over his past links to convicted financier Jeffrey Epstein.
Earlier this year, Andrew was reportedly arrested at his home in Sandringham on suspicion of misconduct in public office. According to reports, he spent roughly eleven hours in police custody while officers searched properties connected to him, including Royal Lodge in Windsor.
Police previously stated they were reviewing allegations that Andrew may have shared sensitive information with Epstein while serving as the United Kingdom’s trade envoy. These concerns followed the release of millions of documents by the US Department of Justice related to Epstein’s activities.
Andrew has repeatedly and strongly denied any wrongdoing connected to Epstein.
Fallout continues for the York family
The controversy has continued to affect the public roles of Andrew’s daughters, Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice, even though neither of them has been accused of any misconduct.
Last year, King Charles III removed Andrew’s royal titles and asked him to vacate Royal Lodge, marking one of the most dramatic consequences of the long-running scandal.
More recently, reports have suggested that the York sisters may also be absent from Royal Ascot this year. According to claims published by The Mail on Sunday, they will not take their usual seats in the Royal Box during the June racing event and are unlikely to participate in the traditional royal procession.
One source told the newspaper that both sisters had been informed they would not be attending this year, adding that Beatrice was particularly surprised by the decision.
Another source claimed that members of the royal family had been advised to avoid public photographs with the sisters for the time being.
While none of these claims have been officially confirmed by Buckingham Palace, the situation highlights how the ongoing controversy surrounding Andrew continues to cast a long shadow over the wider York family.
