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King Charles confirms Harry and Meghan will not be working royals after U.K. return
NBC News • • world
Key Points:
- Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, will remain nonworking members of the British royal family during their extended stay in the U.K., according to a letter from King Charles III's office.
- The couple will not use the titles His and Her Royal Highness, and their charitable work will be conducted privately, reflecting their status akin to private citizens with commercial and charitable interests.
- The letter was publicly released to prevent confusion and clarify their status following numerous requests for guidance, amid ongoing strained relations with the royal family.
- Harry and Meghan's return to the U.K. follows years of controversy, including allegations of racism and bullying in their Netflix documentary and Harry’s memoir, as well as a recent legal defeat requiring them to pay £34.5 million for privacy breaches.
- Details about their new home and security arrangements remain undisclosed, with unresolved issues following a legal dispute over the removal of their official security protection.
