Summary
There is a movement to remove Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the British royal line of succession. He is currently eighth in line to the throne, despite losing his royal titles due to his connection with Jeffrey Epstein. Some political parties in the UK support his removal, but other lawmakers are less certain it is necessary.
Key Facts
- Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor lost his royal titles last October.
- He is still eighth in line to become King of the UK.
- There are calls to remove him from the line of succession, which requires a law passed by Parliament.
- The Liberal Democrats and SNP support removing him from the line.
- Some Labour lawmakers are not sure it is necessary to change the line of succession.
- Downing Street said there are no current plans to change the line of succession.
- Any change would need approval from other Commonwealth countries with King Charles III as head of state.
- Andrew has denied any wrongdoing in connection with his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
