We need to talk about Epstein, Prince Andrew, and Thomas Markle

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Content warning: This episode discusses child sexual abuse and suicide.

Marina Hyde on Thomas Markle, Meghan Markle and the Metropolitan Police’s handling of child sexual abuse allegations with links to the Royal Family.

Why did the Met reportedly fail to share information concerning Thomas Markle with other law-enforcement agencies—and what does its response reveal about the protection afforded to powerful institutions? Marina examines the case alongside the years of police inaction surrounding Prince Andrew, Jeffrey Epstein and Virginia Giuffre.

Thomas Markle denies any wrongdoing. Prince Andrew denies the allegations made against him.

Words and ideation: Marina Hyde

With support from Sam, Dom, Anna, Josh, Harry, Charlie, Kieron, Bex, Gabriella and Oliver at Goalhanger.