Plaque marking former prince Andrew's visit to Inverness removed

A plaque marking the former prince Andrew’s visit to Inverness has been removed.

The commemoration of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s 1987 visit to reopen Dunbar Hospital on the city’s Church Street has been removed.

The National Trust for Scotland, which restored the former hospital and school, confirmed that the plaque had been removed.

Andrew was arrested last month on suspicion of misconduct in public office following allegations he shared sensitive information with Jeffrey Epstein during his time as trade envoy.

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The former prince has denied any wrongdoing.

The Earl of Inverness title was among those removed from the King’s brother in October.

Highland Council confirmed last month that another plaque dedicated to Andrew was removed from Inverness Town House and placed in storage.

The plaque dates his visit to Inverness in 2018 to commemorate the completion of renovations to the building in the city centre.

Dumfries and Galloway Council said last month it is aware of a plaque in Castle Douglas marking a visit by the former prince.

A council spokesperson said: “The council is aware that Castle Douglas Primary School was opened by the former Duke of York, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, and that a plaque marking this visit is located at the school. No decision has been taken to remove the plaque.

“Current matters relating to Mr Mountbatten-Windsor are ongoing, and it would be inappropriate for the council to prejudge the outcome of these.

“We will continue to monitor the situation and follow national guidance where relevant.

“We are not currently aware of any other council buildings with plaques connected to his previous visits. However, we are continuing to check our records.”