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Prince Andrew To Keep Royal Titles

Despite calls to strip Prince Andrew of his titles, sources at Buckingham Palace and the Ministry of Defence said they do not have plans to review the titles.

Gatekeepers News reports that this comes in the wake of his multi-million-pound payout to American accuser Virginia Roberts.

The Prince earlier faced demands to drop or lose the Dukedom of York, his Naval service rank of Vice-Admiral, and a royal role as counsellor of state.

He was forced to return his military titles and royal patronages to the Queen in January and was left to battle Miss Roberts’ allegations as a ‘private citizen’.

The reports of retaining his remaining honours emerged on Wednesday, despite calls from York Labour MP Rachael Maskell for the prince to end his association with the city.

According to reports, the Prince will for the time being remain one of four counsellors of state who could step in temporarily to take the Queen’s place on official duties if she falls unwell or is abroad.

The other three are Charles, William, and Harry which means two of the four current counsellors of state are no longer working Royals.

Defence Secretary Ben Wallace when asked about Andrew’s remaining military title said it was a matter for the Palace.

Unlike his honorary roles, his Royal Navy rank of Vice-Admiral was related to his military career, this means he was allowed to keep the title when he was stripped of the others.

 

Remi Ibikunle

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