The Duke and Duchess of Sussex may not meet with the Prince and Princess of Wales if they visit the UK this summer, according to royal sources. Prince Harry is reportedly hoping for an invitation from the King to spend quality time with his family in Norfolk. The Duchess of Sussex has not returned to Britain since September 2022, and their children have not been to the UK since the late Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in June.
While sources close to Harry expressed his interest in visiting Sandringham, the estate in Norfolk, alongside the Prince and Princess of Wales, the couple’s stance on meeting the Sussexes remains unchanged. The Prince and Princess of Wales would only consider seeing them at an official public event if they were to attend.
A friend of Harry’s mentioned that if invited by the King, Harry would receive security arrangements and would appreciate the opportunity to visit Sandringham, depending on who else would be there. Harry values spending time with his father and looks forward to potential family gatherings.
In the upcoming month, Harry and Meghan are scheduled to travel to Australia for various engagements. Meghan will participate in a women-only event where attendees can pay to have a group photo with her. While anticipation builds for their visit, a petition with nearly 40,000 signatures requests that no taxpayer money be used for security during their stay, although the Sussexes have confirmed that the trip is privately funded.
Recent polls indicate a decline in the Sussexes’ popularity, with Meghan Markle receiving a low approval rating in the UK. The Prince of Wales has had limited contact with his brother since Harry and Meghan stepped back from their royal duties in 2020. Harry is expected to return to the UK for specific engagements in July, albeit his demands for taxpayer-funded security have been a contentious issue in the past.
After losing access to publicly funded security, Harry has appealed for a review, citing safety concerns for his family. He has emphasized the importance of armed police protection for his family’s wellbeing. The strained relationship between Harry and his family members, including his father, adds to the complexities surrounding their interactions.
