The Prince of Wales has strenuously denied allegations which were due to be published in a national newspaper.
Details of the allegations cannot be published for legal reasons and Prince Charles issued a statement on Thursday night, saying "this allegation is untrue".
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"In recent days, there have been media reports concerning an allegation that a former Royal Household employee witnessed an incident some years ago involving a senior member of the Royal Family.
"The speculation needs to be brought to an end.
"The allegation was that The Prince of Wales was involved in the incident.
"This allegation is untrue. The incident which the former employee claims to have witnessed did not take place."
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Sir Michael continued: "I am absolutely and totally confident that the allegations are untrue. I have I have looked into it in some detail and am totally confident."
He would not be drawn on whether the allegation should be revealed.
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