# Prince Andrew will with immediate effect relinquish the use of his royal titles including Duke of York after discussing the matter with King Charles. In a statement issued by Buckingham Palace he said that after discussions with The King, and his immediate and wider family, they have concluded the continued accusations against him distract from the work of the King and the Royal Family. The prince once again denied the accusations against him. Prince Andrew has faced mounting pressure over his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein and his links to an alleged Chinese spy.
Prince Andrew gives up royal titles after string of scandals