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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Reportedly Planning Return to Britain for Extended Stay
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Reportedly Planning Return to Britain for Extended Stay

From Asharq Al-Awsat · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly planning to move back to Britain for an extended period, with their children set to start school there in September.
  • The move follows years of criticism directed at the royal family and the British press by the couple, who stepped down as senior royals in 2020.
  • While King Charles is reportedly aware and welcoming of the move, Harry and Meghan will remain non-working royals and will not reside in a royal residence.

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan are reportedly planning a return to Britain for an extended stay, with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, expected to begin school in the UK this September. This potential move marks a significant shift six years after the couple stepped down from their royal duties and relocated to the United States.

The decision comes after a period where Harry and Meghan have been vocal in their criticisms of the royal family and the British press. They have previously stated that the intense scrutiny from tabloids made their lives difficult, prompting their desire to establish independent roles for themselves away from the spotlight.

Sources close to the couple confirm the move, indicating that they will reside in Britain for a substantial period. King Charles is said to have been informed of the plans and reportedly welcomes having his youngest son and his family closer. However, it has been clarified that Harry and Meghan will continue as non-working members of the royal family, a status agreed upon when they initially departed in March 2020. They will not be living in any official royal residences.

Since their departure from royal life and subsequent settlement in Montecito, California, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have shared their experiences through various platforms, including television interviews, a Netflix documentary, and Harry's memoir "Spare." These narratives have often detailed alleged rifts within the royal family, including Harry's strained relationships with his father and brother, Prince William, and his concerns about security arrangements.

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Originally published by Asharq Al-Awsat in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.