Harry and Meghan to remain non-working royals, King Charles says
King Charles has issued a formal letter confirming that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle remain non-working royals following their return to the UK. The statement clarifies that the couple operates as private citizens with independent commercial and charitable interests.
Why it matters
This formalizes the status of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex within the British monarchy, setting clear boundaries regarding their official duties and public expectations.
Britain's Prince Harry sits with his wife Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in August, 2024. After moving back to Britain last month, King Charles confirmed that the two will remain non-working royals. Nathalia Angarita/Reuters
King Charles authorized a letter to senior British officials on Monday confirming that his youngest son Harry and Harry’s wife Meghan remain non-working royals following their return to the UK.
The letter, which was shared with Harry’s team and sent as guidance to senior officials in the government and military, said that after Harry and Meghan stepped down from official royal duties in 2020 they “are no longer working Members of The Royal Family.”
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