HRH The Duke of York KCVO ADC (Royal Patron)

The Duke of York is the second son and the third child of The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh.

He was the first child to be born to a reigning monarch for 103 years. Named Andrew Albert Christian Edward he was known as Prince Andrew until his marriage, when he was created The Duke of York, Earl of Inverness and Baron Killyleagh.

Activities and interests 

The Duke of York is Patron of, or associated with, more than 100 diverse organisations. His profession as a pilot and his career in the Royal Navy has been instrumental in his patronage interests. His professional concern for his senses led to him taking on the patronage of Deafness Research UK in 1986

Speaking about Deafness Research UK recently, His Royal Highness said:

“During my service in the Royal Navy I served in some very noisy places and the Flight Deck of a ship is one of the noisiest I know. This can cause the hearing damage that can occur through prolonged exposure to loud noise.

Research into noise induced hearing loss and tinnitus is just one aspect of the vital work that Deafness Research UK supports through its grants programme. I am certain that through their continued work with this and other areas of deafness, and importantly with our support, this organisation can make a significant contribution to defeating deafness.”