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Harry’s First Public Appearances Confirmed Since Return to UK
Archie and Lilibet have started school after the family moved back from the United States, while tensions with the Royal Household continue to rise.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have returned to Britain, with seven-year-old Prince Archie and five-year-old Princess Lilibet starting the new school year in the UK. Settling the children remains their primary focus following relocation from the US two weeks ago.
On September 7, Lord Chamberlain Richard Benyon issued guidance on King Charles' behalf confirming the couple remain non-working royals. The letter described their position as 'akin to private citizens with commercial and charitable interests,' reaffirming 2020 arrangements.
The Sussexes were 'a little surprised' by the letter's timing, noting they were not consulted beforehand. A source said Harry and Meghan prefer 'public figures' rather than 'private citizens' regarding their status.
Following the guidance, Uganda's military chief General Muhoozi Kainerugaba stated the country withdrew from the Invictus Games due to 'that Harry-Megha nonsense,' adding they would 'not participate in anything' lacking the King's 'approval.'
A YouGov poll found that 51% of Britons would rather Harry and Meghan not return as working royals, while 16% support a return and 33% expressed no preference regarding the couple's future role.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are "happy that they have returned to Britain, and "their priority is to help Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet settle down," DPA and PA Media informs.