Overwhelming Majority: 97% of Britons Urge King to Permanently Remove Prince Harry and Meghan Markle from Royal Life

The British public's reaction to the diminished status of Harry and Meghan within the royal hierarchy has been overwhelmingly negative. A recent poll conducted by a reputable research firm disclosed that a staggering 97% of Britons believe the couple should be permanently removed from the royal fold. This widespread sentiment is fueled by various factors contributing to the growing discontent among the public. One major concern voiced by the British public revolves around the financial burden imposed on taxpayers.  During their tenure as senior members of the royal family, Harry and Meghan received funding from The Sovereign Grant, primarily sourced from taxpayers. 

Their decision to step back from royal duties has sparked concerns about the allocation of public funds and whether they should continue to receive financial support. Another issue intensifying public resentment is the perceived lack of transparency surrounding the couple's decision. Many Britons feel that Harry and Meghan failed to adequately consult with the palace or the British public before making their announcement. This perceived lack of transparency has resulted in a sense of betrayal and a loss of trust in the couple.

Furthermore, if the palace were to accede to the public's demand, Harry and Meghan would forfeit their titles and privileges associated with royal membership. This includes official roles, security arrangements, and access to royal residences. Removing the couple from the royal fold would also sever their ties to public funds, necessitating reliance solely on their own resources for financing their lifestyle and philanthropic endeavors.

A conservative member of the House of Commons, Bob Cely, is advocating for changes to laws from World War I to make it more challenging for individuals to retain their titles after leaving the royal family. Cely cites the potential financial consequences for the couple, especially given their substantial earnings from disclosures about royal life.

Cely points to the Royal racism controversy, citing a tell-all book that implicated a royal in racism, leading to its removal from shelves. He supports the removal of Harry and Meghan's royal titles and aims to introduce a bill after the release of a documentary in December of the previous year. In this documentary, the Duke and Duchess addressed various aspects of their interactions with the royal family, including biases and the lack of media protection.

In his debut memoir, Prince Harry recounted a dramatic confrontation with his brother, describing an incident where he was allegedly pushed to the floor by the Prince of Wales. The memoir also touched on controversial incidents, such as being encouraged by Prince William and Princess Kate to wear a Nazi costume to a fancy dress party in 2005, leading to public outrage. Despite these revelations, Mark Borman states that Harry and Meghan have benefited from their royal titles.