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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are moving back to the United Kingdom after six years in the United States.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have announced their return to the United Kingdom after living in the United States for over six years. The couple, who stepped down from their official royal duties in 2020, will maintain their status as private individuals and non-working members of the royal family. Prince Harry has privately pleaded with Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood to determine if the government will provide state-funded security for the family, which could cost taxpayers up to £5 million annually. This follows a protracted legal battle with the Home Office over security funding after the couple lost their publicly funded privileges. While the couple is moving back, they will not be offered a "half-in-half-out" option regarding their royal roles. King Charles III, who is currently battling cancer, welcomed the move as it provides an opportunity to see more of the family. The move also highlights the debate over British gun laws, as the UK government does not recognize self-defense as a legitimate reason for private firearm ownership, unlike the United States.

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