24 Feb 2026

Australia supports removing former Prince Andrew from succession

From Checkpoint, 5:44 pm on 24 February 2026

Momentum is growing towards the removal of the royal formerly known as "Prince Andrew" from the British monarchy's line of succession - amid growing concern the king's brother could theoretically one day sit on the throne. Australia has today led the way, becoming the first Commonwealth nation to publicly indicate that it will support the UK government removing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's birthright. Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen.