Andrew has been stripped of his royal titles, Buckingham Palace has said.

It means the former prince will now be known as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor.

A notice has also been served for Andrew to surrender his lease at the Royal Lodge.

The decision from the King follows continued criticism about Andrew's former friendship with paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein , which was recently intensified by a string of damaging leaks.

Virginia Giuffre, who died in April , accused Andrew of sexually assaulting her after being introduced by Epstein. Andrew has always vehemently denied her accusations.

Andrew latest: King's brother to lose 'prince' title and move out of Royal Lodge

What has Buckingham Palace said?

In a statement on Thursday evening, Buckingham Palace announced the Kin

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