Residents of Prince Andrew Road and Prince Andrew Close in Maidenhead are urging the local council to rename the streets following the disgraced former prince's censure over his association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The roads, named after Prince Andrew at his birth in 1960, now carry what some residents describe as an 'embarrassing association'.
Tom Kirk, a resident of Prince Andrew Road, told the Maidenhead Advertiser that the name prompts 'raised eyebrows' whenever he gives his address. He has contacted Windsor and Maidenhead council to explore the renaming process, arguing that street names should reflect values like integrity and respect.
Another anonymous resident supported the change, telling the BBC that while many historical figures with questionable reputations have streets named after them, 'if we can, why not explore it?' However, some residents are cautious. Trisha Ray, who has lived on the road since 1977, said the hassle of updating her address might outweigh the benefits.
The council's guidelines allow for street renaming in exceptional circumstances, such as confusion over the name or resident consensus. A council spokesperson confirmed that any formal application would be assessed according to legal procedures, requiring full consent from affected property owners.
