“They’ve been told they don’t have to serve Andrew or work for him if they feel uncomfortable. There is already quite a list saying no thanks.

“There is understandably a lot of disquiet as he is now a total pariah.

“But there is also a worry that once he gets comfortable at Wood Farm, while Marsh Farm is being finished, they will never get him out again.”

The Sun reports that Andrew is expected to retain a minimal household team, likely consisting of a valet, a butler and a chef.

Once he moves permanently into Marsh Farm — a transition anticipated at the beginning of April — he will be responsible for recruiting and financing his own staff.