Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been at the centre of renewed speculation about their future with the Royal Family, with reports suggesting the Duke and Duchess of Sussex could spend more time in the UK. The couple stepped down as senior working royals in 2020 before moving to the United States, where they have since built a new life with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
Renewed debate over royal return
Their decision to leave royal duties created a major divide between the Sussexes and the Royal Family, with Prince Harry later speaking publicly about tensions within the family and his experiences as a senior royal. Now, questions are once again being raised about whether Prince Harry and Meghan could eventually return to royal life in some form.
Prince Harry has continued to visit the UK for selected events and has maintained strong links to causes close to his former royal role, particularly the armed forces and veterans. The Duke founded the Invictus Games in 2014 and has continued to champion wounded, injured and sick service personnel around the world.
Commercial and charitable projects
Meghan, meanwhile, has pursued a number of commercial and charitable projects since the couple relocated to California. Any return as working royals would represent a major change for the couple and would raise questions about how their role could fit within the modern monarchy.
The Royal Family has undergone significant changes since Prince Harry and Meghan stepped back, with King Charles III overseeing a smaller group of working royals. There could also be considerable public interest in whether the couple could rebuild relationships with other members of the Royal Family if they were to resume official duties.
Supporters and critics weigh in
Supporters of a return could argue that Prince Harry's military experience and global profile could be valuable assets, particularly through his work with veterans and charitable organisations. Critics, however, may question whether a return would be practical after the couple's decision to leave royal duties and their subsequent public comments about life within the Royal Family.
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