PRINCE Andrew is the patron of hundreds of charities and organisations but those affiliations are now under the microscope after he was accused of sexual assault in a civil case in America.
In Scotland, the Duke of York has connections to many military organisations and charities due to his 22-year service in the Royal Navy, as well as historic golf clubs which he has taken an interest in.
Buckingham Palace announced on Thursday Prince Andrew's military affiliations and royal patronages have been returned to the Queen and he will not continue to perform any public duties.
This means he will not use His Royal Highness title in any official capacity.
Prince Andrew is facing allegations of sexual assault in a civil case in the US, brought by his accuser Virginia Giuffre. He denies all allegations.
Following the news, multiple organisations will now have to consider whether they will strip Prince Andrew of his title with them.
Here is the full list of charities and patronages Prince Andrew has, according to the Royal Family's official website.
Inverness Golf Club
The Duke of York is an Honorary President of the club who informed The Herald that they would to not be making a statement.
Royal British Legion Scotland, Inverness Branch
The branch of the Armed Forces veterans’ organisation in northern Scotland is trying to verify their association with the Duke, who is described as a Life Member by the Royal Family website.
Royal Montrose Golf Club
The Duke of York is a Patron. The club has not yet confirmed what course of action they may take.
Royal Navy Golf Association
The Duke was a Patron of the Scottish association but the Queen stripped him of his military affiliations.
Royal Perth Golfing Society and Country and City Club
The Duke of York is a Patron. The club has not yet confirmed what course of action they may take.
The Northern Meeting
The event encourages the traditional music of the Scottish Highlands, and holds an annual piping competition.
The Duke of York is a Patron. The club has not yet confirmed what course of action they may take.
The Royal Burgess Golfing Society of Edinburgh
Prince Andrew has Honorary Membership of the oldest golfing society in the world. No decision has been made on whether he will keep that and will look for direction from The Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews, who govern the sport.
The Royal Highland Fusiliers, 2nd Battalion, The Royal Regiment of Scotland
The Duke of York held the position of Royal Colonel but the Queen stripped him of his military affiliations.
The Royal Regiment of Scotland
The Duke of York was described as the Royal Colonel, 2nd Bn, the Queen stripped him of his military affiliations.
Royal Air Force Lossiemouth
The Duke held the title of Honorary Air Commodore for the largest airbase in the UK, but the Queen stripped him of his military affiliations.
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