Canada’s Carney wants Andrew removed from UK line of succession over Epstein ties

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has called for former British Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to be removed from the royal line of succession over his “deplorable” links to Jeffrey Epstein.The former duke was arrested in February on suspicion of misconduct in public office following allegations he shared sensitive information with the paedophile financier while serving as the UK’s trade envoy.Speaking to reporters in Tokyo, Carney said: “I certainly think his actions are deplorable and have caused him to be stripped of his royal titles, certainly merit, if that’s the word – necessitate is a better word – his removal from the line of succession.”The prime ministers of Australia and New Zealand have previously said they would support the UK government in any plans to remove Andrew from the line of succession.Such a move would require an act of parliament and the agreement of the Commonwealth realms, including Canada.Carney, a former governor of the Bank of England, added: “Even though he is well down the line, the point of principle stands.”Andrew has denied any wrongdoing over his links to the convicted sex offender but has not directly responded to the latest allegations.