BBC Radio '5 Live' journalists spoke with expert Danny Shaw regarding the recent detention of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, known as Prince Andrew. Shaw explained that the maximum period for which Andrew can be held is 96 hours, contingent upon the approval of senior police officials and magistrates for several detention extensions. Typically, suspects are held for 12 to 24 hours before charges are brought or they are released during ongoing investigations.

Shaw revealed that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is being held in a detention cell with just a bed and toilet while awaiting questioning. He emphasized that no special treatment would be afforded to him during his time in custody, maintaining that standard procedures will apply to his case as they would for any other suspect in such situations. This highlights a consistent approach to handling allegations against public figures, regardless of their status.

The detention follows an assessment of circumstances related to the allegations of inappropriate behavior in public office, coinciding with what marks the 66th birthday of Mountbatten-Windsor. This timing adds a significant layer of public interest to the proceedings, as the implications of his actions could affect not only his personal future but also the reputation of the royal family as a whole.