Prince Andrew has forfeited his membership at St Andrews in Scotland as he fights allegations of sexual abuse as part of Jeffrey Epstein’s circle of pedophiles.

The decision follows the Duke of York’s recent loss of military titles and memberships at several other golf clubs as he fights off a civil sexual assault case brought by Virginia Giuffre.

“I can confirm that the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews has received notification that the Duke of York will relinquish his honorary membership,” the club said in a statement.

“We respect and appreciate his decision,” said the club, which was founded in 1754 and helped administer the rules of golf for 250 years until that role was handed over to another organization.

Andrew, an avid golfer, has played in several high-profile golf events, including matches with former US President Bill Clinton, another frequent visitor to Epstein Island.