Prince Harry has expressed his delight at being back in Britain after spending six years living in California. In an interview with Canadian network CTV, he mentioned that it feels great to be on British soil again. The Duke of Sussex highlighted that his children are happy in school, and his return allows him to focus on the Invictus Games in Birmingham next July. The games are expected to bring together wounded, injured, and sick service personnel and veterans from 25 nations.
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan stepped back as senior royals and began a new life in the US in 2020. However, they have recently returned to live in Britain. The family is believed to be residing at a private property outside of London in the Cotswolds area. Their children, Archie and Lilibet, had to change schools shortly after starting due to security concerns about the school run. The Sussexes' private security team had raised concerns about the distance and heavy traffic on the route to the school.
The return of Prince Harry and Meghan to the UK has been marked by tensions with the Royal Family. Meghan has kept a low public profile, making few appearances. In contrast, Prince Harry has carried out several public engagements related to his work with the Invictus Games. Last week, he visited a school in Birmingham to launch an education program inspired by the games. During the visit, he participated in a science lesson on prosthetic design and played pickleball with pupils.
The Invictus Games are scheduled to take place in Birmingham from 10 to 17 July next year. The event is expected to feature 550 wounded, injured, and sick service personnel and veterans competing in 12 adaptive sports. Prince Harry's recent skydive in Toronto was part of his efforts to honor a promise to a 102-year-old World War Two veteran and raise awareness of military charities. The skydive was done to support military charities and honor the veteran.
Prince Harry's relationship with King Charles has been strained since the Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped down as senior working royals and moved to the US. The couple received a letter authorized by the King, reiterating that they are private citizens and outlining guidance on how they should be treated by senior government and military figures. The letter was a formal acknowledgment of their new status.
The Sussexes are currently waiting to hear whether they will receive taxpayer-funded security in the UK. The committee overseeing royal and VIP security, Ravec, is set to reconsider the family's level of police protection now that they are full-time residents rather than visitors. This decision will likely impact their daily life and public engagements.
Prince Harry did not elaborate on the specific reasons for the family's return to the UK, stating only that there were "lots of reasons." As the family settles into their new life in Britain, they will likely continue to navigate their relationships with the Royal Family and the public.
Key points
- Prince Harry returns to Britain after six years in US, focusing on Invictus Games
- The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's return to UK marked by tensions with Royal Family
- Prince Harry and family waiting to hear on taxpayer-funded security in UK
