Regional newspapers have conducted polls revealing a strong demand from readers for Prince Andrew and Prince Harry to be stripped of their royal titles.
The York Daily Press and the Inverness Courier found that their readers are adamant about revoking the Duke of York and Earl of Inverness honors from the two princes.
These calls for title removal come in the wake of a US judge’s ruling allowing Virginia Giuffre’s lawsuit against Prince Andrew, accusing him of s–ual assault when she was a teenager, to proceed.
Despite denying the allegations, Prince Andrew now faces the prospect of appearing in court to address the claims.
In response to growing concerns about potential leadership gaps within the royal family, Queen Elizabeth II, at 96 years old, is contemplating legislative changes that could prevent Prince Andrew and Prince Harry from retaining their prominent roles.
The proposed law amendments could effectively bar the princes from maintaining their elite positions in the monarchy.
Traditionally, the royal family has designated five members as councillors of state who would step in if the reigning monarch were unable to fulfill their duties.
Currently, Prince Charles, Prince William, Prince Andrew, and Prince Harry hold these positions due to their proximity to the throne and age eligibility, with the late Prince Philip also previously serving in this capacity.
Recent developments have seen Prince Andrew, embroiled in a civil s– case trial, being ousted from royal duties by the Queen.
This move, coupled with Prince Harry’s earlier departure from official royal duties, places increased responsibilities on Prince Charles and Prince William within the royal family structure.
Dr. Craig Prescott, a constitutional expert from Bangor University, highlighted the potential risks associated with the current situation.
He emphasized the importance of proactive planning within the monarchy to prevent any disruptions that could impact the government’s stability.
As a result of losing their honorary titles, Prince Andrew and Prince Harry will no longer qualify for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal, set to be awarded on February 6 in honor of the Queen’s 70-year reign.
While the tradition dictates that the Queen personally purchases medals for her family, Prince Andrew will now receive a purely commemorative version following his title removal.
Despite the recent developments, Prince Andrew hosted a gathering at his Royal Lodge estate, where he entertained close friends amidst reports of his distress over losing his titles.
Sources close to him revealed that the magnitude of his situation has now fully dawned on him, reflecting a sense of turmoil and uncertainty in light of the recent events.
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