With Prince Harry and Meghan Markle back in the UK, there is a possibility for the couple to reunite with the wider Royal Family, according to an opinion piece. King Charles and his son, Prince Harry, met in July, and it has been said that the king welcomes the opportunity to see his family more. However, Prince William and his brother remain estranged.
Monarchy needs working royals
At a time when the monarchy needs working royals more than ever, with numbers dwindling, the King and Prince William should be open to the idea of Harry helping The Firm. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could handle hundreds of global engagements per year if they were welcome to.
The Sussexes moved back to the UK at the end of August. Reports say the pair initially asked for a half-in, half-out deal when they stepped back from their roles as working royals in 2020. Years later, this deal could offer benefits to the King and Prince William.
A united front for the monarchy
Harry and Meghan were once known as the “fab four”, alongside Prince William and Princess Catherine. The couples represented a united front for a monarchy that has thrived on promoting traditional values.
For Prince William and Princess Catherine, the pair are two of the most popular members of The Firm, but the pressure cannot be easy. Welcoming Prince Harry and Meghan back could give them some help. The Waleses gracefully carry the entire weight of the monarchy on their shoulders, with their fate as future King and Queen looming. Although they already do a great job, welcoming Prince Harry and Meghan back into the family could mean they have some extra help representing the family.
Ending the feud speculation
In another win, Prince William and Princess Catherine could also potentially see the end of interest into the "feud" between the brothers, which often leads to royal events being overshadowed by questions about their estrangement. Ending the speculation could help restore the monarchy’s image of stability, a PR win for the Waleses.
But most importantly, away from all of the public-facing elements of having Harry and Meghan back, there’s nothing more valuable than the bond of family. Regardless of any differences the Sussexes and the Waleses may have, King Charles has reportedly expressed a desire to bond with his grandchildren, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. For Prince William and Prince Harry, they have lost the only person who truly understands the struggles they have faced, with the heartbreak of losing their mother and the challenge of growing up in the public eye.
If Harry and Meghan are set to stay anyway, the opinion piece concludes it is time to let bygones be bygones, call it a day on the feud, and make amends.
