Prince Harry Opens Up About Why Meghan Won’t Return to the UK
Prince Harry has finally revealed the deeply personal reasons he refuses to bring Meghan Markle back to the United Kingdom — and his explanation is more alarming than many anticipated. The Duke of Suss*x says his concern isn’t merely about public scrutiny or the media spotlight, but about serious threats to his wife’s safety, a reality that has kept the Suss*x family thousands of miles from Harry’s homeland.
Since stepping down as senior royals in 2020, Harry and Meghan have made a life in Montecito, California, leaving Frogmore Cottage behind.
Surrounded by the quiet luxury of their new town, the couple has focused on raising their children, Prince Archie, 6, and Princess Lilibet, 4. Meghan has launched her lifestyle brand and produced her Netflix series With Love, Meghan, further establishing a life independent of royal duties.
Yet, despite their distance, Harry has made it clear that his connection to the UK remains strong. He continues to champion the Invictus Games, travels for key events, and published his memoir Spare in 2023. But when discussing potential visits to Britain on ITV’s Tabloids on Trial, Harry painted a stark picture of the risks involved.
“All it takes is one lone actor who reads this stuff to act on it,” he said, referencing the relentless and invasive media coverage Meghan has faced.
“Whether it’s a knife or acid — these are genuine fears for me. That is one of the reasons I cannot bring my wife back to this country.”
His concerns gained renewed urgency earlier this year when the High Court upheld a 2020 decision by Ravec, the body responsible for royal security, to downgrade Harry’s police protection during UK visits. While Judge Sir Geoffrey Vos described Harry’s concerns as “powerful and moving,” he concluded that they did not constitute a legal case.
In a heartfelt statement, Harry underscored the dilemma: “The UK is my home and central to my children’s heritage. But that cannot be the case if we cannot ensure their safety on UK soil. I cannot put my wife at risk, and given my own experiences, I am reluctant to unnecessarily put myself in harm’s way as well.”
Conclusion
Harry’s candid remarks make it clear that this decision is rooted in love and protection, not rejection of family or heritage. Until he is confident that Meghan and their children can visit safely, the Suss*xes will continue building their lives in California. His words serve as a sobering reminder of the personal costs of royal life and the lasting dangers posed by intrusive media attention.