Prince Andrew, now Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, is said to be delaying his move from Royal Lodge to King Charles' Sandringham estate.
As per sources the reason behind delay is a mix of logistical hurdles and personal strategy.
Royal author Robert Jobson told Hello! Magazine that the ex-Prince is "kicking his heels" as he deals with the downsizing process.
"The disgraced royal has made it clear to the King and courtiers who sent him packing, that he is going nowhere fast," Robert added.
He went on to note, "Despite formal notice being served in October to surrender his Royal Lodge lease, he won't budge until February at the earliest, suggesting he will spend Christmas at Royal Lodge while the King invites the rest of his close family to Sandringham."
The royal author also noted, "Why the delay? Logistics. Moving two decades of accumulated life from 30 rooms into a modest cottage takes time, close sources say. It is understood Andrew's Sandringham property isn't ready. Downsizing is complex, the Palace says."
However, the royal author said, "But understanding doesn't mean sympathy."
Adding, "Sources say Andrew is 'leaning on every technical step available' to slow the process."
"Delay as strategy. Why rush to your own diminishment?"
It is pertinent to mention that this comes as King Charles and Queen Camilla prepare to host annual Sandringham's Christmas festivities, which will gather senior royals including the Wales and Princess Anne.
