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Drive to Remove 'Prince Andrew' From Place Names Spreads Across UK, Canada and Australia

Councils signal any changes must follow formal place‑naming procedures.

Overview

  • Residents in Maidenhead, Carrickfergus and Lalor have asked for streets bearing the former royal’s name to be changed following his loss of title and removal from Royal Lodge.
  • The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead says all property owners on Prince Andrew Road and Prince Andrew Close must consent before a renaming can proceed.
  • Whittlesea Council in Victoria has sought guidance on Prince Andrew Avenue, with Geographic Names Victoria offering full support if an application is lodged.
  • Canadian senators Tony Dean and Julie Miville‑Dechêne urge the removal of the name nationwide, and Selwyn Township will discuss renaming Prince Andrew Island at its next council meeting.
  • Some locations were named for Prince Andrew of Greece and Denmark, which complicates decisions, while Andrew Mountbatten Windsor denies allegations linked to Jeffrey Epstein that have renewed public pressure.