AP, January 2022: the Palace announced Prince Andrew's military titles and royal patronages were returned to the Queen and he would defend the lawsuit as a private citizen.
With The Queen’s Approval and Agreement, The Duke of York’s military affiliations and Royal patronages have been returned to The Queen. The Duke of York will continue not to undertake any public duties and is defending this case as a private citizen.
AP, January 2022: the Palace announced Prince Andrew's military titles and royal patronages were returned to the Queen and he would defend the lawsuit as a private citizen.