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Prince Harry and Meghan Reportedly Plan UK Return

Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, are reportedly planning to move back to the UK from California later in August, six years after relocating to the US. The couple and their two children are expected to settle in a non-royal residence, and the children may start British school in September. They are expected to remain non-working royals, according to a person familiar with the decision.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Will Move Back to U.K. After 6 Years in U.S. NYTimes – World
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As the couple plans their return to the UK, Montecito’s whirlwind stint on the global stage may be coming to an end The bucolic coastal California town of Montecito was thrust into the limelight six years ago as the backdrop for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s second act following an acrimonious split from Buckingham Palace. But as the couple plans their return to the United Kingdom, Montecito’s whirlwind stint on…

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Prince Harry and Meghan's reported return to the United Kingdom

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Prince Harry and Meghan have returned to Britain from California with their children and are living as non-working royals after King Charles III formally confirmed their status in a letter to government departments and the military. A spokesman for the couple said they were given little notice of the letter, which palace sources disputed.

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In this event Harry and Meghan ‘surprised’ at king’s letter reiterating they are non-working royals Earlier coverage ‘Private citizens’: King Charles confirms Harry and Meghan’s status after UK return Earlier coverage Prince Harry and Meghan Set to Arrive in Britain, BBC Reports Earlier coverage Harry and Meghan's security arrangements a private matter, PM says Earlier coverage
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Prince Harry and Meghan Will Move Back to U.K. After 6 Years in U.S.NYTimes – World
NYT

Prince Harry and Meghan Will Move Back to U.K. After 6 Years in U.S.

The prince and his wife, whose relations with King Charles and the rest of the royal family have long been strained, will remain non-working royals, according to a person familiar with the decision.

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Guardian

We’ll never be royals: the California town where Prince Harry and Meghan lived says goodbye

As the couple plans their return to the UK, Montecito’s whirlwind stint on the global stage may be coming to an end The bucolic coastal California town of Montecito was thrust into the limelight six years ago as the backdrop for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s second act following an acrimonious split from Buckingham Palace. But as the couple plans their return to the United Kingdom, Montecito’s whirlwind stint on…

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News24

Questions swirl as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle reportedly plan UK return

Dozens of questions swirled Thursday as Prince Harry prepares to move back to the UK with his wife and children, six years after his departure sparked a bitter rift with the royal family.

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Guardian

Why are Prince Harry and Meghan moving back to the UK? – The Latest

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are planning to return to live in Britain, six years after leaving for the US: a decision that was subject to intense media scrutiny. The couple and their two children are expected to relocate later in August to a non-royal residence. Nosheen Iqbal speaks to senior national news editor Aaron Sharp Continue reading...

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Guardian

Why are Prince Harry and Meghan moving back to the UK? – The Latest

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are planning to return to live in Britain, six years after leaving for the US: a decision that was subject to intense media scrutiny. The couple and their two children are expected to relocate later in August to a non-royal residence. Nosheen Iqbal speaks to senior national editor Aaron Sharp – watch on YouTube Continue reading...

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TIME

Andy Burnham Weighs In As Prince Harry and Meghan Set For Return to U.K.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been largely distant from the Royal family since moving to California in 2020.

As Prince Harry and Meghan Depart California for the U.K., Their Neighbors ShrugNYTimes – US
NYT

As Prince Harry and Meghan Depart California for the U.K., Their Neighbors Shrug

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle self exiled to the ultrawealthy enclave of Montecito in 2020. “They wave. They drive. They close the gates,” a neighbor said.

As Harry and Meghan Plan Their Return, Britain Wonders: What Changed?NYTimes – World
NYT

As Harry and Meghan Plan Their Return, Britain Wonders: What Changed?

Just last year, Prince Harry said he couldn’t imagine ever bringing his family back home from America.

Prince Harry and Meghan are returning to the U.K. with their childrenNPR – World
NPR

Prince Harry and Meghan are returning to the U.K. with their children

Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, have decided to return to the United Kingdom for an extended stay starting this fall, but they won't resume their roles as working members of the royal family.

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News24

Prince Harry and Meghan moving back to UK: British press

Prince Harry and Meghan are reportedly moving back to the UK within weeks, to a private non-royal home outside London.

Prince Harry and Meghan moving back to UKBBC News – UK
BBC

Prince Harry and Meghan moving back to UK

The couple's children, Prince Archie, 7, and Princess Lilibet, 5, are enrolled to start at a school in September.

UK
Guardian

Prince Harry and Meghan ‘moving back to Britain this month’

Reports say Duke and Duchess of Sussex intend to relocate from US, with children to start British school in September The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are planning to return to live in Britain, six years after leaving for the US, it has been reported. The couple and their two children, Prince Archie, seven, and Princess Lilibet, five, are expected to relocate later this month to a non-royal residence. Continue reading…

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