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· collected 2026-08-25 · by Stephanie Nolasco
Story summary
*Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's decision to return to the UK is met with mixed reactions*
The couple plans to move back to Britain after six years in California, with their children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet set to start school there. The news has been reported by various outlets, including *The Telegraph*, *BBC*, and *People*.
*Reasons for the move are unclear, but sources suggest it's partly due to tensions with President Donald Trump*
Meghan Markle, 45, and Prince Harry, 41, have been vocal about their dislike of the current White House administration. According to *The Sun*, the couple will return to Britain for an extended period as their children start school in September.
*King Charles has welcomed the news but made it clear that their status as non-working royals remains unchanged*
The monarch's spokesperson confirmed that Prince Harry and Meghan will not live in a royal residence, and their decision is seen as a personal one rather than a change in their official status.
*Trump's MAGA allies have mocked the couple on social media, with some making unfounded claims about Meghan Markle's motivations for leaving the US*
Katie Miller, wife of White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller, commented on X that Meghan "always just wanted to be a celebrity." However, there is no evidence to support this claim.
*The move has also sparked speculation about the couple's future plans and whether they will continue to pursue their independent roles in the US*
Prince Harry and Meghan have been vocal about their desire for independence from the royal family and the British press. Their decision to return to Britain may indicate a desire to reconnect with their roots or seek new opportunities.
*The couple's decision has also raised questions about their use of private jets and other environmental concerns*
As they prepare to move back to Britain, Prince Harry and Meghan are likely to face scrutiny over their carbon footprint and other environmental issues. Their decision to prioritize their children's education in the UK may be seen as a positive step towards reducing their impact on the environment.
*The town of Montecito, where the couple has lived for six years, is also bidding farewell to the royal duo*
As Prince Harry and Meghan prepare to leave California behind, the town of Montecito is reflecting on its whirlwind stint in the global spotlight. While some residents may be sad to see them go, others are likely to welcome the return of peace and quiet to the area.
Sources
*The Telegraph*: "Prince Harry and Meghan Markle moving back to UK with children"
*BBC*: "Prince Harry and Meghan Markle 'returning to UK' for extended period"
*People*: "Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Moving Back to U.K. for Children's School Year"
*The Sun*: "Meghan Markle and Prince Harry 'moving back to Britain' because they don't like President Trump"
*The Guardian*: "We'll never be royals: the California town where Prince Harry and Meghan lived says goodbye"
Written for “Prince Harry Returns to UK” on 2026-08-31,
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Prince William was reportedly "blindsided" by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s surprise decision to return to the U.K. with their children.
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Several royal experts told Fox News Digital that the Prince and Princess of Wales are "concerned" about the Duke and Duchess of Sussex returning for an extended period beginning this month.
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Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet are set to begin school there in September, People magazine reported.
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"Prince William was blindsided," Kinsey Schofield, host of YouTube’s "Kinsey Schofield Unfiltered," told Fox News Digital.
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He had found Harry’s recent eagerness to publicly signal that he wanted to spend more time in Britain unusual, but that is very different from anticipating a full return.
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William now has to navigate a situation he did not create, did not ask for and, given the state of their relationship, almost certainly would not have chosen."
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A Kensington Palace spokesperson told Fox News Digital: "We would never comment on private family matters."
In a statement shared with The New York Times, a spokesperson for the Sussexes said, "On the heels of a wonderful trip with family and friends this summer, Harry and Meghan have decided to spend an extended period in the U.K. this autumn.
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They are excited to have their children spend more time in the country that’s such an important part of their family’s story."
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The spokesperson confirmed that the couple’s businesses will remain unchanged and based in the U.S. Meghan and Harry will also keep their home in California.
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British broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard told Fox News Digital that the Waleses are "feeling uneasy" about facing another chapter in the "endless Sussex soap opera.
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WATCH: PRINCE WILLIAM UNLIKELY TO RECONCILE WITH PRINCE HARRY SOON: EXPERT
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It’s about broken trust," Chard explained.
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"Prince William is said to feel that Harry and Meghan have spent years attacking the institution, then monetizing their grievances through a very lucrative media operation.
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From his view, it’s an ongoing campaign for maximum impact and self-gain.
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He’s not going to fuel it, and he’s not going to endorse behavior he sees as damaging."
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William and Kate were seen arriving in Scotland on Thursday, where they’ll spend time with King Charles at Balmoral Castle.
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The royal family has spent summers at the Scottish estate since the reign of Queen Victoria, with family members traditionally hunting, fishing and horseback riding there.
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The king learned about Harry and Meghan’s move three days before it was made public, according to reports.
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"Prince William, along with Catherine, is currently at Balmoral Castle visiting the king," royal broadcaster Neil Sean told Fox News Digital.
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"Harry and Meghan have, so far, not been invited to visit the king privately while on a holiday.
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This will not happen while William is there.
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I’ve been told he has no desire to connect on any level with his younger brother and simply has no time for [Meghan]."
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A spokesperson for Archewell, which handles the offices of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, told Fox News Digital: "We do not comment on the family’s private travel arrangements or meetings with the extended family."
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The Daily Mail reported that the king and his heir held a "Sussex Summit" following the announcement.
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A source told the outlet that the Prince and Princess of Wales "have no interest in engaging with anything Harry and Meghan do or say."
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"Things are projected to be tense at Balmoral," British royal expert Hilary Fordwich told Fox News Digital.
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Princess Catherine is particularly guarded given how deeply hurt she was by both of them.
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Both she and Prince William are very determined to maintain their own family stability and remain focused on duty with their royal roles paramount.
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Several royal experts previously told Fox News Digital that William and Harry haven’t been on speaking terms since at least 2022.
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"My sources have described genuine concern within the Wales camp," Schofield said.
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"I don’t think Prince William and Princess Catherine are sitting at Balmoral panicking about Harry and Meghan returning, but they are understandably apprehensive about what their return could bring.
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The last several years have taught them that private family tensions have a habit of becoming very public.
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"The concern isn’t simply that Harry and Meghan will be geographically closer," Schofield continued.
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"It’s the unpredictability that comes with the Sussexes.
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My sources tell me the Wales camp has not forgotten the hostility directed at them after some of Harry and Meghan’s previous public accusations."
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Schofield said unnamed sources told her Kate is also unsettled by the news.
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"My sources tell me that Catherine does not want to revisit that chapter of her life," Schofield explained.
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"She has endured very personal allegations, an enormous amount of public scrutiny and a difficult few years.
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"Meghan returning to Britain doesn’t mean Catherine suddenly has an obligation to reopen a relationship that has caused considerable hurt," she said.
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"Catherine can wish Harry and Meghan well without wanting them back inside her private life. ...
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