Prince Andrew’s ’strange’ Newsnight request revealed by former BBC journalist

Emily Maitlis has revealed Prince Andrew’s strange request after their Newsnight interview ended, as she reflects that it caused him to lose “the respect of the nation”. The former BBC journalist said the Duke of York had asked if they could spend more time talking about Pizza Express and his sweating, as he said they “didn’t include his alibi”. Watch more on Independent TV: The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Subscribe: Find us on social: TikTok / @independent Instagram / X (Twitter) / Facebook / Download the iOS & Android app: Sign up to our newsletters: Help to support trul