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King Charles confirms Harry and Meghan are non-working royals

Created at 7 Sep · 3:06 PM3 sources↑ Market-relevant2 events
IN SHORT

King Charles has authorized a letter reconfirming that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are non-working royals. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will continue to be considered private citizens with commercial and charitable interests and will not use their 'HRH' titles.

Who's Involved

King Charles
authorized a letter reconfirming Harry and Meghan's status
Prince Harry
confirmed as a non-working royal
Meghan Markle
confirmed as a non-working royal
Lord Chamberlain
sent the letter on behalf of the King
King Charles confirms Harry and Meghan are non-working royals

↳ Why This Matters

The clarification aims to prevent confusion regarding the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's official status and their ability to undertake engagements in a private capacity, reinforcing their decision to step back from royal duties.

Key facts

  • King Charles has authorized a letter confirming Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are non-working royals.
  • The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will not be able to use their 'HRH' titles.
  • They are described as private citizens with commercial and charitable interests.
  • The letter reinforces the couple's status since stepping down from royal duties in 2020.
  • Guidance was shared with Prince Harry's team, government, military, and Lord Lieutenants.

King Charles has authorized a letter to senior British officials reconfirming that his youngest son Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle remain non-working royals. The letter, sent on behalf of the King by the Lord Chamberlain, clarifies that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are "private citizens with commercial and charitable interests" and will not be able to use their "HRH" titles.

The guidance was shared with Prince Harry's team, the government, military, and Lord Lieutenants, aiming to avoid confusion. Officials have stated there is nothing new in the letter's contents, which simply reinforce the couple's established position since stepping down from royal duties in 2020. The couple, who left royal duties in 2020 to pursue independent careers in the United States, returned to Britain last month with their children Archie and Lilibet.

The letter emphasizes that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are no longer working members of the Royal Family and that their charitable work is undertaken in a private capacity. Any specific questions from official and state organizations regarding courtesies or public funds should be directed to Buckingham Palace, while operational security issues are to be handled by the relevant police authorities.

Frequently asked questions

No, King Charles has confirmed that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle remain non-working royals. They are considered private citizens with commercial and charitable interests.

No, their 'His Royal Highness' and 'Her Royal Highness' titles remain in abeyance and are not used.

The letter was sent to Prince Harry's team, the government, military, and Lord Lieutenants.

What Happens Next

01Questions from official and state organizations regarding courtesies and public funds will be directed to Buckingham Palace.
02Operational security issues will continue to be directed to the relevant police authorities.

How It Developed

King Charles authorized a letter reconfirming Harry and Meghan remain non-working royals.
King Charles confirmed Prince Harry and Meghan Markle remain non-working royals.
A letter sent on behalf of King Charles clarifies the status of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will not be able to use their 'HRH' titles.
The letter emphasizes that the position agreed in 2020 is still in place.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are considered private citizens with commercial and charitable interests.

Sources

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King makes clear Harry and Meghan remain non-working royalsBBC News
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King Charles reconfirms Harry and Meghan remain non-working royalsReuters
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Duke and Duchess of Sussex remain private citizens despite return to the UKSky News
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Prince Harry and Meghan not working royals, says Kingbbc.co.uk
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Meghan and Harry are still not working royals despite UK return, King ...independent.co.uk
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King: Harry and Meghan are still not working royals after return to ...dailymail.com

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