The United Kingdom’s Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, are set to return to the United Kingdom following a confirmed move, a source familiar with the couple’s plans revealed to NBC News on Sunday, October 26, 2023. This development comes on the heels of a significant announcement from King Charles III, who has informed the couple of their planned relocation. The move was not initially discussed during the Sussexes’ visit in July, according to the source, and represents a considerable departure from their previous life in Montecito, California, where they’ve resided in a luxurious coastal enclave of Santa Barbara County. The Duke of Sussex and his wife, Meghan, 45, along with their children, Archie, 7, and Lilibet, 5, have been living in the United Kingdom for several years, a decision that has been a subject of considerable scrutiny and debate within the Royal family. The couple’s refuge in the Golden State after stepping back from royal duties in 2020 has been a recurring theme in the media, and this return signifies a significant shift in their established life. The Telegraph and The Sun were the first to report the news Wednesday evening. The Royal family’s relationship with Prince Harry and Meghan has been complex and often strained, marked by disagreements regarding security and family dynamics, particularly concerning their relationship with King Charles III and his elder brother, Prince William. Harry has previously expressed grievances in his 2023 memoir, ‘Spare,’ and has publicly voiced concerns about tensions within the Royal family, further intensifying the existing challenges. Prior to July, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex were last together in the United Kingdom in 2022, during the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, a significant event that marked the end of a long and storied history for the monarchy. A Royal family reunion has been a long-standing aspiration of Harry’s, and he has expressed a desire to bring his children back to the U.K., intending to reunite them with his father, King Charles III, and the Spencer side of the family, and establish a more private life. The United Kingdom’s Home Office spokesperson confirmed that it is the long-standing policy of the government not to provide detailed information on security arrangements, citing the need to maintain the couple’s privacy and protect their security. Meghan, the Duchess, is expected to continue her lifestyle brand, As Ever, while continuing to live in the United Kingdom. The Sussexes declined to comment on the reported plans, but a spokesperson stated that they are planning to remain private individuals and non-working members of the Royal family. The move is expected to impact the Royal family’s upcoming events, particularly the upcoming engagements, as Harry and Meghan will not be returning to royal duties. India McTaggart, a Royal correspondent at The Telegraph, indicated that Harry’s intention to bring his children back to the U.K. has been a longstanding wish of his, highlighting his desire to reconnect with his family and potentially ease the tension within the Royal family. She further stated that while Harry’s relationship with his brother, Prince William, remains fraught, Harry has started speaking to his father, King Charles III, more frequently, suggesting a potential shift in the dynamics of the family. A Royal family reunion may not be a smooth affair given the prince’s strained relationship with his father, King Charles, and elder brother, Prince William, for the past few years. The move is anticipated to be a significant development, given Harry’s charitable work there, including his work with Invictus and WellChild, which are primarily based within the U.K. McTaggart concluded that moving back to the U.K. may be a more manageable decision for the family given Harry’s charity work and the potential for a more harmonious relationship within the family structure. The United Kingdom’s move is expected to be a significant event in the Royal family’s history.
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