Majority Britons Demand Formal Removal of Prince Andrew's Dukedom Amid Royal Controversy

Prince Andrew remains legally entitled to reside at Royal Lodge in Windsor under a 75-year lease signed in 2003, which includes a nominal "peppercorn" rent arrangement, preventing eviction unless he breaches lease terms. Public sentiment strongly favors stripping Andrew of his Duke of York title amid ongoing controversy over his association with Jeffrey Epstein and allegations made by Virginia Giuffre, with polls showing 80% support for formal removal through legislation. While Andrew recently ceased using the Duke of York title voluntarily to avoid overshadowing the royal family, this has not satisfied public opinion or campaign groups calling for a full investigation into royal ties to Epstein. Prince William reportedly intends to ban Andrew from all royal events and public life upon his future reign, emphasizing support for abuse survivors and distancing the family from Andrew's scandal. The political dimension has intensified, with some UK MPs advocating for parliamentary legislation to formally remove Andrew's dukedom, a process currently outside the royal family's sole authority. Protesters and campaign groups continue to demand transparency and accountability regarding Andrew's conduct and royal connections to Epstein.