King Charles reaffirms Prince Harry and Meghan's non-working royal status

King Charles III has reiterated that Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, continue to be non-working members of the royal family after their recent return to the United Kingdom. A letter issued on the king’s behalf and transmitted by the Lord Chamberlain to senior government, military officials and regional lord lieutenants states that the couple will keep refraining from using their royal titles, as they have done since stepping back from official duties in 2020. Any charitable activities they pursue will be undertaken in a private capacity, and decisions on operational security remain the responsibility of the relevant police agencies.

The communication notes that the information is being shared to avoid doubt or confusion, and it underscores that the couple’s status has not changed. The letter also advises officials to direct any questions about courtesies or potential use of public funds for the Duke and Duchess to Buckingham Palace. Security arrangements, including the possible restoration of publicly funded police protection, remain under the jurisdiction of the Royal and VIP Executive Committee.

"Any specific questions from official and State organizations about the courtesies which should be extended to the Duke and Duchess, and particularly where recourse to public funds may be required, should be directed to Buckingham Palace," the Lord Chamberlain wrote.