King Charles's Letter Surprised Prince Harry and Meghan

Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, were surprised by a letter prepared on behalf of King Charles reiterating that they are not working royals following their return to the UK. The couple stated that they did not participate in the drafting process of the content.

The Emergence of the Letter

The letter, published by Buckingham Palace on Monday, explicitly emphasized that Prince Harry and Meghan have not been working royals since they stepped down from their duties in January 2020. A palace source stated that this document was prepared to clarify their current status for the British government and military.

The Couple's Reaction and Surprise

A spokesperson for Prince Harry and Meghan reported that the couple was surprised by the letter and did not have the opportunity to contribute to its content. It was noted that the content was shared with the couple's team only a few hours before it was announced to the public.

Security Discussions and Committee

It was reported that a government committee will meet to discuss whether the security of the couple, who returned to the UK, will be publicly funded. Meanwhile, the Home Office refrained from commenting directly on the matter, citing security concerns.

The Process of Distancing from Royalty

The couple, who stepped down from royal duties in January 2020, had returned to the UK from California with their children Archie and Lilibet for a long-term visit. The published letter, signed by the Lord Chamberlain, reiterated that the couple's status resembles that of private citizens.