Meghan Markle's rapid push to raise her public profile after returning to Britain has left senior royals exasperated, according to an insider. Buckingham Palace has issued a formal letter treating the Sussexes as private citizens who cannot use HRH titles or represent the monarchy.
Palace Directive on Sussex Status
The Lord Chamberlain's directive states any charity work is purely personal and their status is “akin to private citizens with commercial and charitable interests.” Royal sources say briefings from the couple's allies about stepping up activities so soon after arrival left figures exasperated.
Royal Reaction and Backing
One source told the Daily Mail: “It's exasperating,” while a friend of King Charles added they had been “spooked by the Sussexes.” The move, backed by Prince William, reaffirms they can never be half-in, half-out royals.
