Fresh polling data has exposed a decline in Prince Andrew's public standing, with negative sentiment reaching unprecedented levels.
The Ipsos survey found that 82 percent of British respondents now regard him unfavourably, marking an eight-point increase from 74 percent recorded before his decision to stop using his royal titles.
The research indicates that 88 percent of participants endorsed his choice to relinquish the titles.
Additionally, a narrow majority of 51 percent believe legislative action should be taken to formally revoke his remaining legal claim to the designations.
Fresh polling data has exposed a decline in Prince Andrew's public standing, with negative sentiment reaching unprecedented levels.
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The poll reveals significant pubic dissatisfaction with how the monarchy has managed the scandal, with two-fifths of respondents feeling the Royal Family mishandled the matter.
The polling highlights a public appetite for decisive action, with just over half supporting parliamentary intervention to permanently remove Prince Andrew’s dukedom.
Meanwhile, the Prince and Princess of Wales are experiencing increased approval ratings.
William's favourability climbed four percentage points to 69 percent, whilst Kate's rose two points to 66 percent.
Despite the Andrew scandal, overall backing for the monarchy remains relatively steady, dropping just two points to 50 per cent.
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Despite the Andrew scandal, overall backing for the monarchy remains relatively steady, dropping just two points to 50 per cent.
Two-fifths of respondents maintained that Britain would suffer without the institution.
Gideon Skinner, senior director of UK politics at Ipsos, said: “These findings underscore a critical moment for the Royal Family in the court of public opinion.
“Prince Andrew's already low favourability ratings have sunk even further, and there is widespread support for him renouncing his official titles.
“However, despite the turbulence surrounding Prince Andrew, it is slightly better news for the Palace that so far overall support for the monarchy remains relatively stable.”
The King's younger brother's decision to give up his titles came amid intense public scrutiny concerning his friendship with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Andrew will remain a prince as he is the son of the late Queen Elizabeth II.
Andrew will remain a prince as he is the son of the late Queen Elizabeth II.
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Prince Andrew said in a statement released by Buckingham Palace on Friday: "In discussion with The King, and my immediate and wider family, we have concluded the continued accusations about me distract from the work of His Majesty and the Royal Family.
"I have decided, as I always have, to put my duty to my family and country first. I stand by my decision five years ago to stand back from public life.
"With His Majesty’s agreement, we feel I must now go a step further. I will therefore no longer use my title or the honours which have been conferred upon me.
"As I have said previously, I vigorously deny the accusations against me."
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