Headline: Prince Harry and King Charles Spoke Following Sussexes’ Return to UK

Date: 9 September 2026

Tags: Royal Family, Prince Harry, King Charles, UK

Summary:

• Prince Harry and King Charles reportedly spoke shortly after the Sussex family returned to Britain in late August.

• The conversation contradicts reports claiming Harry had not been in contact with the Royal Family since returning.

• Harry and Meghan relocated to the UK with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet ahead of the new school term.

• Harry and Charles have reportedly not yet met face to face since the family returned.

• Buckingham Palace has clarified that Harry and Meghan remain non-working royals and do not represent the monarchy.

• Palace guidance described their position as similar to private citizens with commercial and charitable interests.

• The guidance stated the Sussexes should not receive treatment normally afforded to working members of the Royal Family.

• Harry and Meghan reportedly objected to being characterised as “private citizens”, instead considering themselves public figures with royal connections.

• The guidance referenced the 2020 Sandringham Summit agreement governing their departure from frontline royal duties.

• A Sussex spokesman said the couple were caught “off guard” by the Palace announcement.

Why this matters: The reported conversation suggests direct contact between Harry and the King continues despite renewed disagreement over the Sussexes’ status.

What’s next: Attention will focus on whether Harry and Charles meet in person and how the Sussexes’ position in Britain develops.