The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are understood to be moving back to the UK later this month in a shock development six years after they relocated to the US.The couple are expected to make their home in a non-royal residence outside of London and have already enrolled Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet in British schools.The King, who is living with cancer, was first made aware of the move on Sunday, three days before the news was made public, but he is understood to welcome the opportunity to see more of the family.It is understood there will be no change to Harry and Meghan’s role and status as private individuals and non-working members of the royal family, and they will not be offered a “half-in-half-out” option when it comes to these roles.The Sussexes remain estranged from the Prince and Princess of Wales after Harry levelled a barrage of accusations against William, Kate, the King and Queen Camilla in the years since the Megxit crisis of 2020. Where will Harry and Meghan live?Harry and Meghan are expected to live in a non-royal residence outside of London as they return to the UK.It remains unclear where they will live upon their arrival.Bryony Gooch20 August 2026 07:58Harry says ‘world needs more heroes’ as he discusses veteran schemeAhead of his arrival back in the UK, the Duke of Sussex is set to launch a commercial scheme to help former military personnel.Harry was speaking to veterans in Washington on Wednesday amid reports he and the Duchess of Sussex plan to move back to Britain with their children.He told the former service members and defence officials the “world needs more heroes”.Bryony Gooch20 August 2026 07:55Bryony Gooch20 August 2026 07:55Prince of Wales likely left 'apoplectic' by news of brother's returnFormer BBC royal correspondent Peter Hunt suggested the surprise announcement that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are to return home is likely to have left the Prince of Wales “apoplectic”.Mr Hunt said: “In the long term, the return of the Sussexes to the UK opens up the prospect of two rival courts, William’s and Harry’s.“In the short term, Harry will be able to deepen his rapprochement with his father.“And his presence back home will make it harder for his brother to duck a reconciliation.“The surprise return of Harry and Meghan is likely to have left William apoplectic.”(AFP/Getty)Bryony Gooch20 August 2026 07:53Home Office affirms government's 'protective security system' as Harry and Meghan set to returnFollowing the news that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex will move back to Britain later this month, a Home Office spokesperson said: “The UK government’s protective security system is rigorous and proportionate.“It is our long-standing policy not to provide detailed information on those arrangements, as doing so could compromise their integrity and affect individuals’ security.”The home secretary does not get involved in security arrangements for members of the royal family or other key public figures, and decisions are taken by the executive committee for the protection of royalty and public figures (Ravec).The committee’s membership includes the home office, Metropolitan Police and royal household, who work together to advise the independent chair in making decisions, which are informed by expert risk assessments and in line with government policy.Bryony Gooch20 August 2026 07:52Harry and Meghan to retain homes in California and PortugalThe Sussexes are expected to retain their homes in Montecito, California, and Portugal, while the duchess will continue to run her lifestyle brand As Ever from their new base outside of London.(Reuters)Bryony Gooch20 August 2026 07:51The Sussexes returnThe Duke and Duchess of Sussex plan to move back to Britain in a shock development more than six years after they relocated to the US, the Press Association understands.The couple will return to the UK later this month – making their home in a non-royal residence outside of London – and have already enrolled Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet in British schools.It is understood there will be no change to Harry and Meghan’s role and status as private individuals and non-working members of the royal family.(Reuters)Bryony Gooch20 August 2026 07:49