King Charles has “initiated a formal process” to strip Prince Andrew of all his royal titles as he prepares to move out of Royal Lodge.
Andrew, 65, has been at the centre of much scandal for many years.
He has faced scrutiny over his association with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Andrew was accused of sexual assault, allegations he has always vehemently denied.
On October 17, Andrew announced he would stop using his Duke of York title amid controversy surrounding him.
Now, the king is taking it a step further.
Andrew is set to be stripped of his royal titles (Credit: Cover Images)
Buckingham Palace issues new statement on Prince Andrew
The royal will now be known as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor.
A statement from the palace read on Thursday: “His Majesty has today initiated a formal process to remove the Style, Titles and Honours of Prince Andrew.
“Prince Andrew will now be known as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor. His lease on Royal Lodge has, to date, provided him with legal protection to continue in residence. Formal notice has now been served to surrender the lease and he will move to alternative private accommodation. These censures are deemed necessary, notwithstanding the fact that he continues to deny the allegations against him.
“Their Majesties wish to make clear that their thoughts and utmost sympathies have been, and will remain with, the victims and survivors of any and all forms of abuse.”
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