His detention follows a separate Metropolitan Police review into allegations concerning former close protection officers assigned to him. That inquiry stated it had “not identified any wrongdoing,” though “initial enquiries into these specific allegations have begun so we can establish the facts.”
Stripped of Titles and Royal Standing
In October 2025, King Charles III formally removed Andrew’s remaining royal titles, styles and honorary roles. He is no longer recognised as a Prince or Duke of York and lost the use of his HRH style, effectively becoming a private citizen — though he remains eighth in line to the throne.
Charles also revoked two major honours: his appointment as a Knight Companion of the Most Noble Order of the Garter and his status as a Knight Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order. His name was removed from official registers.
Impact on His Family
Andrew’s daughters, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie, retained their titles and places in the line of succession — ninth and twelfth respectively. However, reports suggest they were deeply shaken as further damaging emails and allegations surfaced.