Angela Levin, a prominent expert on the royal family, claims that Harry's goals are to regain some degree of independence, particularly with regard to his home. He could have security around-the-clock with this approach, however it could cost the tax payers.
While Prince Harry appears determined to plant his roots in the UK, his wife Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, seems to have reservations about the prospect. Reports suggest a difference in opinion within the couple, but Prince Harry is taking the lead in the house-hunting endeavor. There's even mention of using a small apartment at Kensington Palace from time to time. However, for their UK home, they plan to purchase it themselves.
The desire to reconnect with the UK seems more pronounced in Prince Harry than in Meghan, who hasn't shown a similar inclination, especially given their two young children, four-year-old Archie and two-year-old Lilibet. Royal commentator Duncan Larcombe pointed out that Prince Harry has more reasons to visit the UK, especially if he's involved in events like the Invictus Games, which are primarily based in London.
The potential return of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to the UK has raised concerns, with some experts warning that past tensions with the royal family might resurface, especially if the couple decides to purchase their UK residence independently rather than using a royal property.
PR expert Kiran Elvey expressed his reservations, emphasizing that it would be disappointing if the Sussexes chose to further distance themselves from the royal family. He suggested that their decision to purchase a property outside the royal estate could be seen as a deliberate move.
As Prince Harry's quest for a London residence continues, the world eagerly watches to see if this decision will help bridge the gap or further distance the Duke from the royal family.
