The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are preparing to move back to the United Kingdom, according to sources familiar with the matter. The couple, who have lived in California since stepping back from royal duties in 2020, intend to relocate later this month to a private residence outside London.

British newspaper The Telegraph reports that their children, Prince Archie, 7, and Princess Lilibet, 5, have been enrolled in UK schools for the coming term. King Charles was informed of the plans on Sunday, and he has expressed a personal welcome to see more of his family members.

King Charles emphasized that the move will not alter the Sussexes’ status as private individuals and non‑working members of the royal family. The announcement follows years of public tension between the couple and the royal household, which they have attributed to tabloid intrusion, perceived racism in British institutions, online abuse, and complex family dynamics.

Recent royal engagements

Prince Harry has visited the UK several times since his 2020 departure, including attending Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral in 2022 and King Charles III’s coronation in 2023. His most recent trip in September of last year marked his first in‑person meeting with his father in 19 months.

During a family visit in July, King Charles and Queen Camilla hosted Harry, Meghan, and their children at Highgrove House in Gloucestershire, the monarch’s private country residence. The visit included charity engagements, notably a ceremony marking the one‑year countdown to the Invictus Games, a Paralympic‑style competition for injured service members and veterans founded by Prince Harry.

CNN has reached out to the Sussexes for comment.

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