Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's return to Britain hasn't gone down well with everyone. Reports say the couple are eyeing a new home in the Cotswolds, and that news has already stirred anger among some people living in the area.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex reportedly landed back in the UK on Wednesday, ending a six-year stretch away from the country. They plan to live as ordinary citizens rather than take up royal duties again.
Word of their possible move to the Cotswolds hasn't been welcomed warmly by everyone nearby. On the Daily Expresso podcast, host JJ Anisiobi shared what he found after sending a reporter to speak with locals, saying many were already upset by the news.
One woman living in the area didn't hold back, calling the couple a disgrace and questioning why they should be allowed to settle there at all, while also accusing them of complaining about privacy despite constantly being in the public eye.
Other residents raised different worries. One person felt Harry had burned too many bridges to be trusted, while another feared the couple's presence would disturb the quiet, easygoing nature of the countryside.
Royal watcher Caroline Malone chimed in too, predicting that the Cotswolds would soon be overrun with fans, tourists, and paparazzi hoping to catch a glimpse of the pair. She pointed out that Harry and Meghan themselves probably won't feel the pressure, since they'll likely be tucked away behind the gates of a massive, expensive property. According to Malone, it's the everyday workers and residents nearby who could end up dealing with the fallout of all that extra attention.
Key Takeaways:
- Harry and Meghan are reportedly planning to settle in the Cotswolds after six years abroad.
- Some local residents have reacted with anger, with one calling the couple a "disgrace."
- Critics accuse the couple of being hypocritical about wanting privacy.
- Royal commentator Caroline Malone warns the area could get "swarmed" by fans and media.
- Malone says ordinary locals, not the couple, may bear the brunt of the disruption.
