Overview
- The Gazette published notices on December 1, backdated to take effect October 30, canceling Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor’s appointments to the Order of the Garter and the Royal Victorian Order and erasing his name from their registers.
- Buckingham Palace has removed his princely styles and the Duke of York title, and he is now formally referred to by his civil name.
- The House of Commons Public Accounts Committee announced an investigation into the Crown Estate’s arrangements and royal leases, with work scheduled into next year.
- An assessment submitted by the Crown Estate to lawmakers states he is, with high probability, not entitled to compensation for early surrender of his 75‑year Royal Lodge lease due to repair liabilities.
- The Crown Estate report records that he gave notice to vacate Royal Lodge on October 30, and the UK government is reported to be considering removal of his honorary Royal Navy rank.