London – In a letter issued by the Lord Chamberlain on Monday, King Charles III reiterated that Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, remain non‑working members of the Royal Family. The correspondence, addressed to senior government and military officials as well as the Sussex team, makes clear that the couple will not undertake official engagements on behalf of the Crown.

Letter confirms unchanged status

The palace statement notes that the Sussexes stepped down from representative duties in January 2020 and that “there is no change to the current status of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.” It adds that this position will “continue to be fully respected.”

Return to the United Kingdom

Harry and Meghan arrived back in Britain late last month with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, who have been enrolled in British schools. Their return comes as the royal household prepares its new diary period for the upcoming year.

Charitable work remains private

According to the letter, any charitable activity undertaken by the couple is a “personal matter for them both and undertaken in their private capacity.” The palace describes their role as akin to “private citizens with commercial and charitable interests,” and directs all correspondence and administrative queries to the Sussex office, which will continue to operate separately from the Royal Household.

Official response

While the palace has not offered further comment, the clarification aims to address recent public inquiries about the Sussexes’ status and future involvement in royal duties.

Original reporting: KEYT (Ventura/Santa Barbara) — read the source article.