In statement released by Buckingham Palace, Andrew says he will give up titles and honours including the Duke of York
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Prince Andrew has agreed to give up his use of the Duke of York title, he said in a statement released through Buckingham Palace.
He will also give up his membership of the Order of the Garter, meaning his only remaining title will be that of prince, which cannot be removed as he was born the son of a queen.
In a statement he said: “In discussion with the king, and my immediate and wider family, we have concluded the continued accusations about me distract from the work of His Majesty and the royal family. I have decided, as I always have, to put my duty to my family and country first. I stand by my decision five years ago to stand back from public life.
