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How stripping Andrew’s royal titles will change his life and his families’

King Charles 'done the right thing' stripping Andrew of ‘prince’ title, says trade minister
  • Prince Andrew faces a dramatically altered future, having been stripped of his royal title and evicted from his residence, Royal Lodge.
  • He is expected to relocate to an isolated private property on King Charles III's Sandringham estate, a move described as "devastating and the ultimate humiliation."
  • This decision by King Charles III aims to protect the monarchy following Andrew's serious lapses of judgment regarding his friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
  • Andrew's ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, who shared Royal Lodge, will also need to find a new home, though their daughters retain their royal titles.
  • King Charles III will financially support Andrew from his private wealth, as Andrew has no other significant income, despite remaining eighth in line to the throne.
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