Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor could be set to face another blow as a council votes for a road name change in a Northern Ireland town. It has been reported that councillors in Mid and East Antrim have voted to change the name of a road called Prince Andrew Way, Carrickfergus.
This follows the removal of Andrew’s titles and honours, including his princely title, as well as his pending eviction from Royal Lodge. Due to their connection to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, Sarah Ferguson has also been stripped of her York title and leave their 30-room mansion in Windsor.
The controversy has led to calls for the road name to be changed, with the road first named after the royal following his wedding to Sarah in 1986.
A small number of homes are situated on the road, as well as some businesses.
Earlier this week, the Alliance Party brought forward a motion asking the council to rename the road.
They are also aware that they wish to maintain the town’s “important link to the Royal Family”.
As reported by the BBC, councillor Lauren Gray has said: “While Queen Elizabeth II would be a fitting tribute to the late monarch, we would ask officers to bring back a report that includes a mechanism for a public consultation to ensure the people of Carrickfergus have their say.”
Fellow party councillor Aaron Skinner also said that he has “spoken with many residents who feel deeply uneasy about continuing to honour Andrew Mountbatten in this way”.
He also added that there is “a strong belief that he no longer reflects the values of our community”.
Mr Skinner also added that renaming the street would “not be simple”.
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