🔗 Share this article King Charles Officially Strips Prince Andrew of HRH Style and Princely Dignity Through a definitive action, the reigning monarch has officially stripped Andrew Mountbatten Windsor of his HRH style and his title of prince. These alterations were made official by publishing royal documents under the Great Seal of the Realm, which were recorded in the UK's official public record. The entry declared: “The king has been pleased by letters patent under the Great Seal dated 3 November 2025 to declare that the individual in question shall no longer be entitled to possess the designation of ‘HRH’ and the titular dignity of ‘Prince’.” Another record confirmed the removal of the Duke of York from the roll of peerage, effective immediately. It read: “The king has been pleased to direct by warrant under his signature dated 30 October 2025 to direct his government minister to ensure the Duke of York to be removed from the roll of the peerage.” Background of the Royal Action This move follows increasing scrutiny over Andrew's connections to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, exacerbated by the posthumous publication of a memoir by Virginia Giuffre. The author claimed that she was assaulted by the former prince after being brought by Jeffrey Epstein, claims that Mountbatten Windsor has always strenuously denied. Procedure of Title Removal Charles utilized his monarchical powers—accepted rights held by the sovereign—after consultation with Cabinet Office officials, rather than through parliamentary means. Royal instruments and warrants are tools of this authority, used to grant or remove honors and styles. Since the Royal Highness designation is granted by letters patent, it can be withdrawn through the same instrument. Additional Actions and Backing Following the initial announcement, the senior legal official was instructed to draft the required paperwork for the removal of titles. The decision also involves Andrew relinquishing his lease on his Windsor residence, a 30-room royal property where he has resided for two decades. The government endorsed the monarch's move. Retained Honor Despite the stripping of honors, it was confirmed that Andrew will keep his Falklands service medal, granted for his service as a Sea King helicopter co-pilot during the Falklands conflict.