According to sources, when Prince Charles III confers the titles of prince and princess to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s children in the future, they will not receive the HRH rank. This news has caused quite a stir, with some newspapers claiming that the Sussexes are “furious” about this decision.
It is true that Harry and Meghan had expressed concerns about the safety of their children. As Prince Harry and Princess Meghan of the United Kingdom, they believed their children should be entitled to certain levels of royal protection. They insisted that Archie and Lilibet should be treated as a prince and princess, respectively.
However, it is important to note that while Beatrice and Eugenie, Prince Andrew’s children, hold the HRH title, they are also active members of the royal family. Harry and Meghan, on the other hand, have stepped back from their roles as working royals. This means that although Archie and Lilibet can be legally named prince and princess in the future, they will not be accorded the HRH titles.
This decision is in line with the regulations set by King George V in 1917, which aimed to limit the number of members of the royal family who could use the HRH title. Even though Archie and Lilibet will not have the HRH distinction, they will still be acknowledged as prince and princess.
This compromise is not new within the royal family. Princess Diana and Sarah Ferguson faced similar situations after their separation from Prince Charles and Prince Andrew, respectively. Sarah Ferguson still retains her title as the Duchess of York today.
While it is understandable that Harry and Meghan may have had hopes for their children to have HRH titles, it is important for them to appreciate the compromise that has been made. Considering that they are no longer working royals and have left their senior royal roles, it is only fair that their children are not bestowed with HRH titles.
In fact, Harry and Meghan should be grateful for the compromise that has been reached. It could have been far worse for them and their children. Many people actually believe that Harry and Meghan should surrender their titles on their own accord.
Since their move to the United States, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have not been using their HRH titles. It is likely that they will be content with the titles of “prince” and “princess” in America. Even if their descendants ascend the line of succession in the future, they will not be working royals, and thus it is reasonable for them to forgo the HRH title.
In conclusion, while Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s children will not be granted the HRH rank, they will still be recognized as prince and princess. It is important for everyone involved to understand and appreciate the compromise that has been made.
