Reports say Prince Harry and Meghan Markle plan to designate the United Kingdom as their “primary residence,” marking a major shift after several years based mainly in the United States. According to media accounts, the couple intends to spend the majority of their time living in the U.K., with visits underway that have included recent family appearances.
The move would come after a period during which Harry and Meghan divided time between North America and other locations. Their return visits to Britain this year have drawn attention: members of the royal family have hosted meetings and reunions, and the couple have been involved in public engagements while in the country. Reporters have also noted that, despite spending more time in the U.K., the couple are not expected to use Buckingham Palace as a residence while visiting London.
Details about timing, where in Britain they would live, and how frequently they would travel between countries remain unclear and unconfirmed by the couple. If the reports are accurate, the change could raise questions about security arrangements, the family’s working relationship with senior royals, and how Harry and Meghan balance private life with public attention.
Representatives for Harry and Meghan have not publicly confirmed the reports. As with prior developments involving the couple, further clarification is likely to come from official statements or additional reporting in the days ahead.