Harry and Meghan to undergo government security review as they return to the UK
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have returned to the United Kingdom and will be subject to a security review by the Royal and VIP Executive Committee (Ravec). Ravec has asked the couple to disclose exact information about their daily schedules, including school‑run routes, to enable a risk assessment. The Risk Management Board will evaluate threats to the adults and to their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, who are now attending a British school.
Harry lost his entitlement to on‑demand police protection when he left frontline royal work in 2020 and the pair now rely only on a police liaison phone number while seeking reinstated taxpayer‑funded protection. The Home Office, led by Home Secretary Shabana Mahm, has not yet decided on funding for any future protection.
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Why it matters
The review will determine whether the former senior royals receive state‑funded police protection like other senior members of the royal family.
How this story developed
- Sep 2 Prince George to start at Eton under unprecedented security and privacy rules
- Sep 5 Since arriving in the UK in July, the Duchess of Sussex has not made any public appearances, focusing on her sons Archie and Lilibet as they adjust to new schools and a new home. A source said her priority is getting the kids settled, while Prince Harry prepares for a series of charity events, including the WellChild Awards. The couple will not attend a Diana Award gala on 18 September, and a rumored dinner at Raffles London has been denied by their spokesperson.
- Sep 6 Prince Harry and Meghan have returned to the United Kingdom.
- Sep 6 They are reportedly searching for a residence in the North Cotswolds.
- Sep 8 A royal household letter confirming the couple’s private‑citizen status was issued.
- Sep 13 The royal family announced it will not release school updates or exam results for Prince George.
- Sep 13 King Charles sent a written notice to officials describing the Sussexes as private citizens and suspending their HRH titles.
- Sep 14 Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have been asked by the Royal and VIP Executive Committee to provide detailed daily-routine information for a new government-backed security risk assessment ahead of their move back to Britain.
- Sep 15 Ravec has asked the couple to provide detailed daily‑routine information for the risk assessment.
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