The former prince and his wife have tarnished how the institution is viewed by many – and given perfect fuel for abolitionists
Andrew Mountbatten Windsor has been stripped of his titles amid a renewed wave of anti-monarchy sentiment in Britain. Photo: Getty
In over 50 years observing the British monarchy, I have never seen such hostility – even loathing – of the royal family as I’ve witnessed over the past few weeks. You can just feel the vibe. The shaming and banishment from public life of Andrew Mountbatten Windsor – formerly Prince Andrew – has been unanimously cheered.
BBC audiences burst into enthusiastic applause at news of his downfall, and callers to broadcast phone-ins have been vicious about him and, by association, the royals.