Buckingham Palace has announced that the Duke of York's military titles and royal patronages have been returned to the Queen.
He will also no longer use 'His Royal Highness' in an official capacity.
It comes as he faces a civil case in the US over claims he sexually assaulted a woman when she was 17, which he has consistently denied.
Most Popular
-
1
M6 reopens after vehicle transporting sheep overturns following crash between Preston and Lancaster
-
2
The Old Vicarage Care Home: special measures status for Lancashire care home where resident was left lying on floor after falling out of bed
-
3
Lytham St Annes care home boss appears in court after death of residents
-
4
Preston Brick Veil Mosque inquiry closes as debate rages over whether the place of worship should be permitted
-
5
M65 motorway crews strimming verges until 4am keep residents awake at night
The Palace said in a statement: “With the Queen’s approval and agreement, the Duke of York’s military affiliations and Royal patronages have been returned to the Queen.
“The Duke of York will continue not to undertake any public duties and is defending this case as a private citizen.”