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Rory Cassidy

Retired Scots golfer says Prince Andrew 'insulted Scotland' after defying robes rules

A Scot fighting to get a title he claims is rightfully his has blasted the Royal family - accusing them of insulting Scotland. Retired professional golfer John Ince hit out after Prince Andrew wore ceremonial robes to King Charles' Coronation.

Ince is in a battle with the authorities to be given the hereditary title Baronetcy of Watson of Earnock. The title was held by his father, Sir Douglas Hamilton Watson, of Hamilton, but he has been told he cannot inherit it as his mother and father were unmarried.

The 80-year-old, who moved abroad following the death of his father 65-years-ago, believes the laws surrounding titles - which have prevented females from inheriting from their fathers - are outdated and should be changed.

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