The Duke of Sussex has completed a daredevil parachute jump to honour a promise made to a 102-year-old Second World War veteran, and has spoken warmly about his family's return to the UK.
Speaking to Canadian network CTV after the skydive, Prince Harry, 42, said: "It's been great. It's been great to be back on British soil." Laughing about the tandem skydive, he added: "It's great to be back on terra firma, actually!"
Family settling into new life in Britain
The Duke also gave a rare update on his children, Prince Archie, seven, and Princess Lilibet, five, saying: "The kids are happy in school and it gives me a chance to really focus on Invictus in Birmingham."
The Invictus Games are due to take place in July next year. Asked what prompted the move after six years in California, Harry replied "lots of reasons" but did not elaborate, as the row over the couple's private security continues.
Skydive raises cash for veterans
Harry completed the skydive to raise cash for veterans after visiting a care home and meeting old soldier Ed Marshall, who did one to celebrate his 100th birthday. Ed's grandson, Bailey, also took part in the jump just outside Toronto.
One month ago, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle touched down at Birmingham Airport to begin a new chapter of their lives in the UK. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, along with their children, had been residing in California for six years, after quitting their royal roles in 2020.
Challenges and positive outlook
The Sussexes have spent the last month settling into their new lives in different ways. The Duke has made several appearances at major events for causes close to his heart, such as Invictus and the WellChild Awards.
Former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond told the Mirror that despite numerous difficulties, Harry in particular seems elated to be back on British soil. She said: "Harry's own take on his first few weeks is that they have been 'eventful'. And they certainly have. We know that they were 'a little surprised' by the directive sent out from the Palace about their status as private citizens. I think for 'surprised', we could read 'angry'.
"And the problems over the school run must have been disappointing and unsettling for the whole family. However, to be fair, Harry and Meghan seem to have been getting on with their lives relatively quietly and Harry has looked extremely happy and relaxed at his charity events."
