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A second woman has alleged that the late financier Jeffrey Epstein sent her to the United Kingdom in 2010 for a sexual encounter with Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, according to her lawyer, Brad Edwards.

Edwards said the woman claims the encounter took place at Royal Lodge, then Andrew's residence, marking the first time an Epstein survivor has alleged that a sexual encounter occurred at a royal residence. The woman, who was in her 20s at the time, also alleges that she was served tea and given a tour of Buckingham Palace following her stay.

The allegation follows earlier claims made by Virginia Giuffre, who accused Andrew of sexual abuse and settled a civil lawsuit against him in 2022 for an estimated £12 million. Giuffre had alleged that Epstein trafficked her to London, New York and his private island between 2001 and 2002. She died last year.

Andrew has repeatedly denied all allegations.

In October last year, King Charles stripped Andrew of his "style, title and honours" and required him to vacate Royal Lodge, according to Buckingham Palace. The palace said the measures were necessary, though Andrew remains a private citizen and continues to deny wrongdoing.

Edwards criticised the decision, saying it has harmed survivors by allowing Andrew to argue that he lacks the financial means to provide compensation. He said he is considering filing a civil lawsuit on behalf of the new claimant.

The renewed scrutiny comes amid the release of additional Epstein-related documents, including photographs that allegedly show Andrew in compromising positions. The disclosures have prompted some British officials to suggest that Andrew should testify before the US Congress.

The BBC reported that Buckingham Palace keeps records of tour guests but said it has not been possible to verify the woman's alleged visit without revealing her identity.

Andrew has not responded to the latest allegations.