Harry and Meghan are experts in surprise - but is their UK return forever?

BBC UK Thursday 20 August 2026, 02:00 UTC 1 min read

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The sudden decision to return leaves lots of questions for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and Royal Family.

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Harry and Meghan moving back to Britain: reports August 20, 2026Prince Harry and his wife Meghan are moving back to the United Kingdom more than six years after they stepped down from their royal duties and shifted base to the United States, British press reported late Wednesday. According to The Telegraph, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are planning to go to the UK within weeks and settle in a private, non-royal house reportedly outside London. Several news agencies later confirmed the reports.

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Harry and Meghan are experts in surprise - but is their UK return forever?

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