Prince Harry has confirmed that he will not be resuming his royal duties. In February 2021, Buckingham Palace released a statement on behalf of the Queen, clarifying that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex “will not be returning as working members of The Royal Family.” The Queen further noted that “in stepping away from the work of The Royal Family it is not possible to continue with the responsibilities and duties that come with a life of public service.”[1]
This announcement formalized the decision that Harry and Meghan Markle made in 2020 when they stepped down from their roles as senior royals in pursuit of greater privacy and financial independence. Their decision included the return of any honorary military appointments and royal patronages to the Queen for redistribution among other working royals.[1]
Although Prince Harry has recently expressed both regret over the split and a desire to reconcile with his family, there has been no indication from official sources or the Palace that he intends to, or will be allowed to, resume royal duties.[1]
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