The Duke and Duchess of Sussex returned to the UK in late August 2026, ending six years of living in the United States. Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, said their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, are "happy in school" and that the family is pleased to be back in Britain. The move followed their decision in 2020 to step down as working royals, citing personal and financial reasons. Since returning, the couple has been in discussions with Buckingham Palace about their official status. They have also encountered difficulties with their children’s education, as Archie and Lilibet were moved to a new, undisclosed school after reportedly attending only two days at their previous institution. The change was due to concerns from their security team about the long commute, which caused traffic and strained their safety protocols. Prince Harry, who is organizing the Invictus Games for military veterans, spoke to Canadian network CTV after completing a skydive near Toronto. The event was meant to honor a 102-year-old Second World War veteran and to raise awareness for military charities. Harry said things are "great" since the family returned to Britain on August 26 and noted that being back in the UK allows him to focus on the Invictus Games, which are scheduled for July 2027 in Birmingham. The couple’s return has sparked various theories about their motivations, including a desire for the children to have a closer relationship with King Charles, Meghan’s interest in returning to acting, and a wish to boost their public presence. Before their return, it was reported that King Charles was happy to spend more time with the family but remained clear that the Sussexes would not be considered working royals, rejecting any compromise. Within two weeks of arriving in the UK, Harry and Meghan reportedly pushed back against a letter authorized by the King and circulated by the Lord Chamberlain. The letter, addressed to senior government and military officials, reaffirmed that the couple were "private citizens" and outlined how they should be treated. The duke and duchess were surprised by the formal communication and have preferred the term "public figures" instead. They are also awaiting confirmation on whether they will receive taxpayer-funded security.