In a surprising turn of events, King Charles has decided to remove Prince Harry and Meghan Markle from their residence at Frogmore Cottage.
This decision, according to royal experts, may have deeper implications than just a disagreement over property ownership.
It could potentially prevent Prince Harry from assuming a critical role as Counsellor of State.
The position of Counsellor of State requires the holder to be domiciled in the UK.
Five Counsellors of State are appointed to act in place of the monarch in the event of temporary absence or incapacity.
The group usually consists of a sovereign spouse and the next four individuals in line for the throne who are over the age of 21.
Currently, this includes Camilla, Prince William, Prince Harry, Prince Andrew, and Princess Beatrice.
However, last year, Princess Anne and Princess Edward were added to the list of official deputies, raising doubts about the sustainability of Prince Andrew and Prince Harry’s positions.
As they are no longer working members of the royal family and no longer domiciled in the UK, their status as Counsellors of State is now uncertain.
Experts, such as Richard Fitzwilliams, have noted that Prince Harry’s eviction from Frogmore Cottage would cause him to lose his domicile in Britain.
This loss of domicile would directly impact his ability to serve as a potential Counsellor of State.
Dr. Craig Prescott, an expert in UK constitutional law, agrees, stating that if Prince Harry is no longer domiciled in the UK, he could lose his status as a Counsellor of State.
Replacing one’s domicile of origin with a domicile of choice, as would be the case for Prince Harry in the United States, is challenging.
Losing his status as Counsellor of State could limit Prince Harry’s ability to serve in a critical capacity for the Royal Family.
Frogmore Cottage holds significant importance to the Sussexes, as it was a gift from the late Queen.
They have used the property as their base during visits to the UK, providing them with protection and a sense of home.
However, reports suggest that during their most recent visit in June 2022 for the Platinum Jubilee, they did not leave the property.
Losing Frogmore Cottage could make the Sussexes feel unsafe when visiting the UK, potentially leading to fewer visits in the future.
Newsweek’s Chief Royal Correspondent, Jack Royston, emphasized that the cottage held more than just sentimental value for the couple.
The loss of their UK residence could have far-reaching implications for their lives.
It remains to be seen whether King Charles’ decision to evict the Sussexes from Frogmore Cottage was a deliberate effort to prevent Prince Harry from assuming a critical role in the Royal Family.
Regardless of the motive, this move highlights the challenges the Sussexes face as they navigate their roles outside of the UK while maintaining connections to the Royal Family.
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