King Charles III has reportedly decided to revoke the residency rights of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at Frogmore Cottage, their residence near Windsor Castle, as revealed by the British press.
This decision follows the publication of Prince Harry's controversial book, prompting Buckingham Palace to send an expulsion notice to the couple, who have been residing in the United States since 2020.
A spokesperson for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex confirmed the request for them to vacate Frogmore Cottage without providing additional details. The Sun and The Telegraph reported on the issuance of the expulsion notice, emphasizing that the couple's departure from the UK in 2020 was accompanied by a series of criticisms directed at the royal family.
Frogmore Cottage, a gift from Queen Elizabeth II in 2018, was the subject of expensive renovations exceeding $2.4 million, funded with public money. The controversy surrounding these renovations led to Prince Harry reimbursing the amount. The British Royal Family had previously announced Prince Andrew's departure from Buckingham Palace and a larger residence in Windsor due to his involvement in a legal issues.
In addition to Prince Andrew's removal from official duties and loss of military titles, King Charles III is reportedly planning to reduce his brother's annual budget. Frogmore Cottage, with ten rooms, is proposed as Prince Andrew's future residence, with the British press noting that no alternative royal residence has been offered to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex for their rare visits to the UK.
The decision to deny the couple the use of Frogmore Cottage during their visits has reportedly not been well-received by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. A source close to the Duke and Duchess expressed that the residence had become their home, seen as the only secure place for them in the UK, especially since they no longer receive police surveillance as non-active members of the royal family. Buckingham Palace declined to comment on the matter when contacted by AFP. The move is perceived by some as a response to Prince Harry's recent memoir, "Spare," in which he addresses family issues.
