Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, Set to Return to the UK
London, UK – Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, are reportedly planning a significant return to the United Kingdom, nearly five years after they stepped down as senior working members of the Royal Family. ABC News has confirmed the news, with a source close to the couple stating that they will continue their roles as private individuals and non-working royals.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, along with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, relocated to California in 2020 following their high-profile decision to distance themselves from full-time royal duties. Their intended move back to the UK marks a new chapter for the family, with reports suggesting a blended living arrangement.
According to a report by The Telegraph, which first broke the news, Harry and Meghan will maintain their current residences in Montecito, California, and Portugal. However, their primary UK base will be a "private, non-royal residence" situated near London. This arrangement indicates a desire to retain their independence while re-establishing closer ties with the UK.
A pivotal aspect of the move, as reported, is the enrollment of Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet into schools in the UK, with classes set to commence in September. This decision strongly signals the family’s intention to lay down roots in Britain once more.
King Charles III was reportedly informed of his son and daughter-in-law’s plans on Sunday and is understood to be pleased by the prospect of seeing more of the Sussex family. The King is currently enjoying his summer holiday at Balmoral, the Royal Family’s Scottish residence.
While Buckingham Palace has yet to issue an official comment on the matter, the news follows a recent visit by Harry, Meghan, and their children to the UK last month, where they met with King Charles and Queen Camilla. This reunion marked the first known occasion since 2022 that Charles and Camilla had seen Meghan and their grandchildren. Interestingly, a source revealed to ABC News that the family’s planned relocation was not discussed during that visit.
The impending move comes after Prince Harry lost an appeal last year regarding the reinstatement of publicly funded security. Following their departure from senior royal roles, the British government reduced his security provisions, leading Harry to challenge the decision. Since their move to California, the Sussexes have relied on a privately funded security team, and the arrangements for their security moving forward in the UK have not yet been disclosed.
This return to the UK represents a significant development for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, signaling a potential softening of relations with the Royal Family and a new phase in their lives as non-working royals, balancing their private endeavors with a renewed presence in Britain.
