Harry and Meghan make first joint UK appearances since 2018

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 15 Oct, 11:02 · Archive

Prince Harry and Meghan are making their first joint public appearances in England since stepping back from royal duties.

Prince Harry and Meghan are conducting their first joint public appearances in England since moving back to the country, as they seek to rebuild their brand in Britain. The couple will visit three charities in Nottingham on Thursday, where they made their first joint appearance after declaring their engagement in 2017.

The day's events will include an announcement featuring their titles as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and a prearranged media pool. Archewell, their philanthropic venture that was prominent when they lived in the US, is hardly mentioned in the plans.

King Charles III has made clear that the couple remain non-working members of the royal family, a status they accepted when they abandoned royal duties and moved to California. In a letter sent on behalf of the King to senior government officials after their return to the UK in September, the palace stressed that they would refrain from using their royal forms of address and that any charity work would be carried out as private citizens. Some palace officials expressed concern that their celebrity could allow them to become a parallel royal court, competing with the Prince and Princess of Wales for press coverage.

Thursday's visits include the Community Recording Studio, which uses music and athletic programmes for young people; Himmah, described as central England's biggest food bank; and Epic Partners, which offers sports, education and mentoring for disadvantaged young people.

How it is being reported

• First Harry, Meghan joint appearances since UK returnPrince Harry and Meghan are publicly stepping out together in England for the first time since retreating from royal duties six years ago.The West Australian · 15 Oct, 10:43
• First Harry, Meghan joint appearances since UK returnPrince Harry and Meghan are publicly stepping out together in England for the first time since retreating from royal duties six years ago.Perth Now · 15 Oct, 10:43

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