King Charles Speaks out on Harry and Meghan’s Return to the UK

NBC News · collected 2026-09-08 · by TODAY
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Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, and their two children have returned to the UK, causing "shockwaves" in the Royal Family. The family has settled outside of London for an extended period, with Prince Archie (7) and Princess Lilibet (5) attending school in the area. This move is seen as a surprise, given that Harry and Meghan stepped back from their royal duties in 2020 and moved to California.

The return has raised questions about taxpayer-funded security for the family. Harry had previously ruled out returning to the UK due to security concerns, but now appears to be seeking reinstated police protection. The issue of security is a contentious one, with some experts arguing that the family's presence in the UK creates "genuine threats" and others suggesting that they should have access to security as private citizens.

Meanwhile, Meghan Markle is reportedly considering a return to charity work, including her previous role with Smart Works. The move has been met with mixed reactions from the Royal Family, with some welcoming Harry and Meghan's return and others expressing frustration at their sudden reappearance in the UK.

King Charles III has confirmed that Harry and Meghan remain non-working royals after their return to the UK, meaning they will not be undertaking official royal duties. The decision was outlined in a letter sent to senior government officials, which emphasized that the couple's position is "akin to private citizens with commercial and charitable activities."

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CBC News
⚖️ leaning not scored 🔴 0% hedged 0 of 6 📰 publisher trust 95
“Both articles report on a single announcement by King Charles confirming Harry and Meghan's status as non-working royals after their return to the UK, both dated September 8, 2026.”
CBS News
⚖️ leaning not scored 🔴 0% hedged 0 of 2 📰 publisher trust 60
“Both articles report on King Charles's statement regarding Prince Harry and Meghan's status as non-working royals, dated the same day (2026-09-08)”
CBC News
⚖️ Leans right 🔴 6% hedged 6 of 95 📰 publisher trust 95
“Both articles discuss Prince Harry and Meghan's return to the UK, with similar language and implications for the monarchy”
Daily Mail
⚖️ Leans strongly right 🔴 29% hedged 11 of 38 📰 publisher trust 58
“Both articles report on King Charles's statement regarding Harry and Meghan's return to the UK, mentioning the same timeframe (less than two weeks after their return) and outcome ('Megxit still means Megxit')”
Daily Mail
⚖️ Leans strongly right 🔴 5% hedged 3 of 56 📰 publisher trust 58
“Article B does not mention Trump's comments, suggesting that they cover a different aspect of the controversy surrounding Harry and Meghan's return to the UK”
National Post
⚖️ leaning not scored 🔴 21% hedged 7 of 34 📰 publisher trust 96
“Article B mentions King Charles speaking out on Harry and Meghan's return, implying a response or statement from him after their arrival, whereas Article A focuses on the debate about taxpayer-funded security and Prince Harry's previous security concerns.”

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