King Desires Andrew to Lose Vice Admiral Title, Minister Says
The Ministry of Defence is actively proceeding to strip Andrew Mountbatten Windsor final honorary title following the direction of the King, the defense minister has announced.
The defense secretary said the Monarch had "expressed his desire for this outcome".
The Duke, who was relinquished his princely title on recently, kept his rank as a Vice Admiral in the Royal Navy after surrendering his additional military roles in two years ago.
"This represents the proper step, the King has directed us to implement this measure and this is being handled presently," the official informed the BBC's Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg.
Historical Perspective
- Prince Andrew formerly maintained multiple royal and military titles
- The Royal Navy customarily awards honorary ranks to senior royals
- Recent developments have resulted in review of these titles
Present Activities
The revocation procedure for titular service appointments requires several stages and should comply with established protocols.
