Sir Keir Starmer is facing a challenge from MPs on the Left to strip Prince Andrew of his dukedom.

MPs including Labour leftwingers, Jeremy Corbyn and the Westminster leaders of the SNP and Plaid Cymru want Parliament to pass legislation to formally remove Andrew’s titles over his friendship with the late paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

Last week, Andrew bowed to pressure from the King not to use his titles or honours – which include the Duke of York and membership of the Order of the Garter – following fresh revelations about his relationship with Epstein. New Feature

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However, he officially retains the titles and honours, with an act of parliament needed to remove them . His title of prince can meanwhile only be removed by the King

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