By Katherine Tinsley
10:14am PDT, Sep 25, 2025
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King Charles III is "absolutely clear in upholding his late mother's decision that there [could] be no 'half-in, half-out' public role for members of the family," a source told
The Telegraph.
When
Prince Harry and
Meghan Markle first left the U.K., the couple hoped to settle down in Canada and work for
Queen Elizabeth II outside of London. However, their move ultimately led to the couple residing in California — far away from the royal family.
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When
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced they were leaving the U.K., the duo said in a joint statement they wanted to "carve out a progressive new role within this institution."
The Sussexes also shared they want to "work to become financially independent," but "continuing to honour our duty to the Queen, the Commonwealth, and our patronages." Despite their desire to maintain their proximity to The Crown, the couple was stripped of their HRH status, royal estate and security privileges.
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Due to
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle losing their personnel, the Duke of Sussex previously said in his lawsuit to reinstate his security that he doesn't feel safe bringing
Prince Archie and
Princess Lilibet to the U.K. without it.
However, the veteran shared an update about his kids visiting his home country after he met with King Charles III.
"Yes I would. This week has definitely brought that closer," Harry told
The Guardian about a future visit.
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An insider hinted at
Prince Harry planning more trips to the U.K. despite no longer being a working royal.
"The whole trip felt like a real success for everyone involved," the source told
Hello!. "His passion for his patronages and the causes he cares about hasn't dimmed one bit — he's already buzzing to get back and do more."
