In recent news, the Duke of Sussex's return to the UK has attracted significant attention, with critics blaming him for wholeheartedly embracing his royal privileges.
According to Nigel Cawthorne, an expert on matters concerning the monarchy, being the spare heir comes with certain liberties that the designated heir cannot enjoy. Throughout history, it has been observed that most royal spares, except for a few exceptions like the Queen's father, have fully indulged in these privileges during their youth.
Cawthorne cites examples such as Prince Andrew, who took full advantage of his position as a spare before settling down with Fergie, and Edward VII, who courted several scandals while still being the spare to "Crown Prince" Eddy.
Furthermore, Harry's decision to engage in a long-distance relationship, which he himself admits to be incredibly challenging, seems to suggest that he may not be ready to settle down.
In line with other spares, it appears that Harry is afflicted with what Cawthorne describes as "Throne Syndrome." This condition involves making the most of royal privileges while holding others accountable for the consequences of their actions.
Cawthorne points out that Harry's behavior aligns with the patterns observed in other spare heirs throughout history.
