The couple took to their social media platforms to declare their desire to retreat from being full-time members of the royal family and to seek financial independence. Their statement partially read: “After many months of reflection and internal discussions, we have chosen to make a transition this year in starting to carve out a progressive new role within this institution. We intend to step back as ‘senior’ members of the Royal Family, and work to become financially independent, while continuing to fully support Her Majesty The Queen.”
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King Charles, Prince William and Kate Middleton were among the royal family members celebrating the festive season together in Norfolk. They also came together for Kate’s carol concert last month.ALSO READ: Prince Harry-Meghan Markle’s ‘slap in the face to monarchy’ investigated in new bombshell documentary. Check release date
What changed Meghan’s mind?”She and Harry both saw pictures of the carol concert and of the royals at Christmas and do have regrets about things – especially that they don’t have a relationship with Harry’s family,” the source told The Mirror.
They added: “It hurts to see all the kids getting on, while their little ones don’t really know their cousins or extended family.”
Harry and Meghan share two children together – Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
Their kids have spent very little time in the UK, with Lilibet only visiting her father’s home country once. The source continued: “They want to make changes – but they have to work together as a team and both feel comfortable with what they’re doing.”
They admitted Meghan has been “reluctant” to come together with the royal family, but suggested that has now changed. “She knows life is short and maybe they should finally start building bridges,” the source said.
Harry has previously opened up about his family and revealed plans for more trips to the UK. “So my family and my life in California is as it is. I have got other trips planned. That would take me through the UK or back to the UK, so you know, I’ll stop in and see my family as much as I can,” he said during an appearance on Good Morning America.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex left the UK after stepping back from official royal duties. The couple have since launched various commercial ventures, including a new lifestyle brand headed by Meghan Markle called American Riviera Orchard.
Angry about media intrusion, they were frustrated that Buckingham Palace stopped them developing their “SussexRoyal” brand.