King Charles III reaffirms Harry and Meghan's status as non-working royals
King Charles III has reaffirmed that Prince Harry and Meghan remain non-working members of the royal family following their return to the UK.
Britain's King Charles III has once again clarified the standing of his son Prince Harry and daughter-in-law Meghan within the royal family. Following the couple's return to the United Kingdom, the monarch confirmed that they continue to be regarded as non-working members of the family.
This designation means that Harry and Meghan do not carry out official royal duties or represent the monarchy at public engagements in the way that working royals do. The status was originally established after the couple stepped back from full-time royal responsibilities and relocated outside the UK.
Background
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have lived away from Britain for several years, and their relationship with other members of the royal family has periodically drawn public attention. The king's reiteration of their non-working status comes amid the couple's return visit to the UK, though the available information does not specify further details about the purpose or length of the trip.
The fact that the palace felt it necessary to restate the arrangement suggests the question of Harry and Meghan's role within the monarchy remains a matter of continued public interest.
