Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s reported return to the UK could be a major gamble for the Sussexes. An expert claims the move could give them a chance to rebuild their connection with Britain, but it may also thrust the couple back under intense public scrutiny.
Harry and Meghan are reportedly expected to bring Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet with them while continuing to keep their California home as their main base.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle reportedly rushed plans for UK comeback, claims expert
According to a report from PEOPLE, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle had been considering an extended return to Britain for about a year. The decision was reportedly “taken as a family,” with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet’s future playing a major role. In fact, the children are expected to begin school in the UK this September.
A source close to the couple told the publication that Markle feels “fortunate” they can give their children the chance to “experience both worlds.” That means growing up with ties to both California and the country where Harry was raised.
For the Duke, the decision apparently has a personal side too. A source claimed he “never really stopped missing home.” Britain, the insider added, still gives him a sense of “connection and belonging.”
However, the alleged comeback comes with a catch. Harry and Markle are returning after years of tension with the Royal Family and the British media. That means their presence in the UK is likely to attract considerable attention.
An expert believes this could become a risky shortcut. Returning to Britain puts the couple closer to the royal world again. At the same time, it could give them an opportunity to rebuild their relationship with the country without returning to royal duties.
That distinction is important. The Sussexes are seemingly planning to live privately rather than resume their former roles. They are also expected to retain their Montecito home, meaning the UK move does not appear to be a complete break from their American life.
Still, the return could force the couple to confront old tensions. Their relationship with Prince William remains strained, while Harry’s security concerns in Britain have also been an ongoing issue. Those challenges could make their transition more complicated than simply moving across the Atlantic.