As a patron of WellChild for 15 years, the Duke of Sussex made the journey to his homeland alone, as his wife Meghan did not accompany him on this trip. Shortly after his arrival, Prince Harry issued a statement, emphasizing the significant impact WellChild has had over nearly two decades.
He highlighted the organization's role in transforming the lives of children and young people across the UK by providing essential care that prioritizes their physical, mental, and emotional well-being, as well as that of their families.
During his time in the UK, King Charles III's younger son, Prince Harry, is also scheduled to deliver a crucial speech at the event. He plans to spend quality time with the award winners and their families at a pre-ceremony reception, culminating in the presentation of the award for Inspirational Child (aged four to six).
WellChild is a national UK children's charity dedicated to enabling children and young people with serious and complex health needs to receive care at home instead of in hospitals, whenever possible. The organization's chief executive, Matt James, expressed the importance of the WellChild Awards 2023, in association with GSK, as a unique opportunity to shed light on the substantial challenges these individuals face and to celebrate their remarkable resilience and spirit.
There is widespread speculation that Prince Harry may have the opportunity to meet with his elder brother, Prince William, and his father, King Charles, during his stay in the country. Additionally, he intends to pay a special tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth II on the first anniversary of her passing.
The location of the awards ceremony was kept confidential until the event. Prince Harry is expected to remain in Britain on September 8 to commemorate the Queen's death anniversary, after which he will travel to Dusseldorf on Saturday.
