Prince Harry, Meghan Office issues first statement after ‘official' return

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle seemed to have doubled-down on their stance as their latest outing in Nottingham outing has once again sparked curiousity about their return to the royal life.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who were declared as “private citizens” by King Charles shared a lengthy statement about their work and what it entails as they “reconnect” with the communities that they have supported.

Detailing the visit, the statement declared that this was an opportunity for the couple to “reflect on what comes next”.

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“For The Duke and Duchess, returning to Nottingham was an opportunity to reconnect with a community close to their hearts and reflect on what comes next,” the statement read after detailing their visit. 

“Across the work here, a common thread emerged: opportunity grows through relationships built over time, the commitment of people who support one another, and places where everyone feels a sense of belonging.”

The couple, who conducted three different engagements on the same day, received a heartwaming reaction from the public as they gathered to welcome them.

Fans extended greetings and brought flowers to show their support in an unprecedented outpouring of love.

Harry and Meghan have made it clear that they do not want to go back under the hold of the Palace – it has been evident in how Harry has clashed with the Firm in the last two years especially.

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Reports have claimed that the couple is looking to work independently, while royal experts have suggested that an alliance between the royals and the Sussexes could prove beneficial for the King, who continuously finds himself facing an ex-Andrew-shaped crisis.