King Charles has signed a letter to senior British officials reaffirming that his youngest son, Prince Harry, and his wife, Meghan, continue to be classified as non‑working members of the royal family. The correspondence, reported by the BBC and other outlets, describes their position as “akin to private citizens with commercial and charitable interests.”

Return to the United Kingdom

Prince Harry and his family arrived back in Britain late last month, six years after stepping away from official royal duties and relocating to the United States. Their return marks the first time the couple has been on British soil since their 2020 departure.

Background on the non‑working status

Since 2020, Harry and Meghan have pursued independent careers, focusing on media projects, philanthropic work, and business ventures. Although they no longer perform ceremonial duties, they remain prominent public figures, frequently appearing in the press and engaging in charitable initiatives.

The new letter underscores that their role does not involve official engagements on behalf of the Crown, but it also acknowledges their ongoing commercial and charitable activities, which are now conducted as private individuals.

Public statements and reactions

Since leaving royal duties, Prince Harry has publicly criticized the institution, alleging neglect by other members of the family and claiming insufficient security support from the government for his return. The royal household has not provided an immediate comment on the letter.

While the couple’s presence continues to generate media attention, the reaffirmation of their non‑working status clarifies their legal and constitutional standing within the United Kingdom.

Original reporting: Appleton, WI News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.