British Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Reportedly Moving Back to the UK After Six Years

British Prince Harry and his wife Meghan are reportedly planning a return to the United Kingdom this month, six years after stepping down from royal duties and relocating to the United States. The move, which would see the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, relocate from California to a residence outside London, has been reported by British media.

The Daily Telegraph cited reports suggesting the children would begin school in the UK in September. However, neither the couple nor the British royal family have officially confirmed these plans. A source close to the couple reportedly confirmed the accuracy of the reports to Reuters. According to The Telegraph, the couple will not occupy a royal residence, adhering to an agreement made with the late Queen Elizabeth II when they departed for the US in March 2020, which stipulated they would remain non-working members of the royal family.

Since their move to California, Harry and Meghan have been critical of the royal family, including King Charles and Prince William. Tensions reportedly escalated following their departure, leading to a significant rift. A potential shift in dynamics occurred in early 2024 when King Charles announced his cancer diagnosis. In September of the previous year, Harry visited his father in the UK for the first time in nearly two years. Last month, Harry and Meghan visited the UK, and King Charles saw his grandchildren for the first time since 2022.

Media reports indicate that King Charles was informed of the couple's return plans last Sunday. The couple is said to be retaining their home in Montecito, California. The reports suggest a potential extended stay in the UK, though the exact duration and nature of their return remain unconfirmed.