UPDATE: Buckingham Palace is urgently reconsidering how to style the name of former Prince Andrew, following revelations about the late Queen Elizabeth II’s wishes. This development comes as the palace seeks to align Andrew’s name with the historical precedent established by the Queen in her 1960 Privy Council decree.
Insiders confirm that the palace is debating the introduction of a hyphen in Andrew’s name, potentially reverting to the hyphenated version “Mountbatten-Windsor,” as per the late monarch’s intentions. This move could significantly impact how the former Duke of York is officially recognized moving forward.
Royal historian Ian Lloyd expressed surprise that Andrew’s name was initially presented without a hyphen, given the longstanding tradition. He stated, “The palace statement came out giving Andrew’s name without a hyphen, which is not in line with historic precedent.”
When Queen Elizabeth originally established the Mountbatten-Windsor family name just before Andrew’s birth, she emphasized that her descendants, excluding those with royal titles, would use this name. The ongoing discussion reflects not only the family’s legacy but also the turbulent history surrounding Andrew’s title, which has been marred by scandal and controversy.
In a further twist, the palace has reportedly removed all official references to Andrew from royal documents, suggesting he may lose his connection to the 600-year-old Dukedom of York entirely. The royal family is under immense public scrutiny, and the implications of this potential name change are profound, not only for Andrew but for the monarchy as a whole.
As developments unfold, the world watches closely for Buckingham Palace’s next steps. Will they adhere to the Queen’s original decree? Or will they pave a new path entirely for the future of the royal family?
Stay tuned for more urgent updates on this developing story.
