‘Andrew gives up titles’ and ‘Banned old Duke of York’
Most newspapers conclude that Prince Andrew renounces his titles, including Duke of York. The decision marks his “fall from grace” over his links to the late pedophile Jeffrey Epstein and alleged links to a Chinese spy, The Times writes.
Prince Andrew will retain his title of prince because, as the son of a monarch, it is his “birthright”, the Daily Express reported. His ex-wife Sarah Ferguson will no longer be the Duchess of York.
According to the Daily Telegraph, Prince Andrew wrote in his statement that he agreed to stop using his titles because he “always puts my duty to my family and my country first.” According to the newspaper, King III. Charles is said to be “delighted” with the result.
“Andrew falls on his sword”, the Daily Mail’s headline reported, reporting that Prince Andrew’s decision came after “intense pressure” from the King. The prince will also resign as a member of the Order of the Garter, which the newspaper describes as the country’s “oldest order of chivalry”.
“Banned former Duke of York” reads the Daily Star. The newspaper notes that reports suggest the decision came after the King reached a “tipping point” regarding Prince Andrew’s relationship with Epstein.
The Sun also ran the same headline on its front page, reporting that the Prince of Wales was also involved in telling Prince Andrew to give up his titles.
While Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson will lose their titles over the weekend, their daughters Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie will not be affected, he says. The paper reports that despite the move, a special lease with the Crown Estate means the prince will be able to reside at the Royal Lodge in Windsor.
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