Calls to rename streets and public spaces bearing Prince Andrew's name have intensified across the United Kingdom following King Charles's decision to strip his brother of all royal titles. Several local councils are now reviewing formal requests to change these place names.
The move follows Thursday's announcement that Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, as he will now be known, must also vacate Royal Lodge and relocate to the Sandringham Estate. The decision comes amid renewed public scrutiny over his association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Mid and East Antrim councillors in Northern Ireland are scheduled to debate a proposal in November to rename Prince Andrew Way in Carrickfergus. Alliance Party Councillor Aaron Skinner, who submitted the motion, said his office has been "inundated" with calls on the issue in recent days.
«It's very important to us to protect the royal heritage of Carrickfergus and keep that in place and we're very honoured to have that, but we really don't feel, especially in light of the actions by the palace, that it's appropriate to have Prince Andrew (as a name),» Skinner explained. He suggested renaming the road after Queen Elizabeth II, noting: «The title doesn't exist any more.»
Widespread review across UK
Multiple locations across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland feature streets named after Andrew. Prince Andrew Road in Maidenhead, Prince Andrew Drive in Telford, and Prince Andrew Gardens in south Belfast are among those under consideration for change.
However, councils caution that renaming involves significant administrative hurdles. Telford and Wrekin Council told Metro that changing a street name requires consultation with residents, with at least two-thirds approval needed. The council noted «considerable time and expense» involved, affecting residents, Royal Mail, utility providers and emergency services.
Belfast City Council outlined its formal process: applications require a petition from at least one-third of residents, followed by an official survey. Only if two-thirds of residents agree will the council recommend the change.
Support from victims' advocate
Gloria Allred, the US lawyer who represented 27 survivors of Jeffrey Epstein, backed the renaming efforts. Speaking to BBC Radio Ulster, she said: «Especially Prince Andrew Way, Because we don't like his way of doing things and the people he associated with.»
A Mid and East Antrim Borough Council spokesperson confirmed the council is aware of the King's statement regarding Andrew's titles, adding that any street name changes «would need to be brought before the council for consideration.»
Andrew Mountbatten Windsor denies all allegations against him. He remains eighth in line to the throne, though he has now lost all royal titles and honours. Buckingham Palace stated the censures are «deemed necessary» despite his continued denials.
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