Prince Andrew is giving up use of his royal titles.

This decision was made after discussions with King Charles and the wider Royal Family, reports the BBC. He will remain a prince by birthright as the son of Queen Elizabeth II, however he will cease to be known as the Duke of York.

Town and Country magazine reported on a statement Andrew issued this afternoon.

“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.

“With His Majesty’s agreement, we feel I must now go a step further. I will therefore no longer use m

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