A new book has revealed that the highest echelons of the royal family are contemplating the idea of referring to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle simply as Mr. and Mrs. Mountbatten-Windsor.
The couple, who have relocated to California and relinquished their royal duties, may face losing their titles, as suggested by various sources, including Mirror readers who participated in a recent poll advocating for the Sussexes to be stripped of their titles.
According to the newly released book “King Charles III” by Robert Jobson, discussions surrounding this matter have been extensively deliberated among senior members of the royal family.
While King Charles is reportedly reluctant to remove Harry’s royal title due to his affection for his son, tensions may escalate if Harry continues to criticize the monarchy.
In a serialized excerpt published in the mail, it was disclosed that King Charles had decided against Meghan accompanying Harry to Balmoral following the Queen’s passing.
The potential of revoking Harry’s Duke of Sussex title has been a topic of conversation at the highest level, with differing opinions among senior royals.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to lose their honorary military appointments and royal patronages in 2021 after informing the Queen of their decision not to resume their roles as working royals.
This decision was prompted by the monarch’s insistence that they sever all official ties with the institution upon stepping back from public service permanently.
Among the titles and patronages being returned to the Queen are Harry’s honorary military roles, including Captain General of the Royal Marines, which he assumed from Prince Philip, and Meghan’s patronage of the National Theatre, a role she inherited from the Queen in 2019.
A statement issued by Buckingham Palace expressed sadness over the couple’s choice but affirmed that Harry and Meghan remain cherished members of the family.
The palace clarified that the Duke and Duchess’ relinquished duties and responsibilities will be redistributed among active members of the royal family.
Responding to the developments, a spokesperson for Harry and Meghan emphasized their ongoing commitment to service, both in the UK and globally.
Despite stepping away from official roles, the couple reiterated their dedication to supporting the organizations they have been affiliated with, underscoring their enduring ethos of service.
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