King Charles Begins Process to Strip Andrew of Titles and End Royal Lodge Lease

Overview

• Buckingham Palace said Andrew will no longer use his royal style and will be known publicly as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, with formal instruments expected in the coming days.
• A formal notice has been issued to surrender the Royal Lodge lease, with reporting indicating a move to private accommodation on the Sandringham estate after he vacates Windsor.
• The Metropolitan Police are assessing whether to open new inquiries, including a reported claim that Andrew sought compromising information about Virginia Giuffre.
• The Guardian reports discussions of a financial package from the king’s private funds, including a lump-sum payment and a lifetime stipend, though details remain unconfirmed and negotiations are ongoing.
• Beatrice and Eugenie keep their titles and positions in the line of succession, which remains unchanged as Downing Street says there are no plans to alter the law; the palace emphasized solidarity with abuse survivors and the prime minister voiced support for the decision.