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King Charles reiterates how son Prince Harry ‘should be treated’

King Charles reminds public his younger son does not deserve protocol

Published September 16, 2026
King Charles reiterates how son Prince Harry ‘should be treated’
King Charles reiterates how son Prince Harry ‘should be treated’

King Charles has openly shown Prince Harry his place with latest move.

His Majesty, who released a letter speaking about Prince Harry’s status as a private citizen in the UK, wanted to reiterate his younger son of the formerly made choices.

Writing in the i newspaper, Royal expert Jennie Bond suggested: "[Charles'] letter clarifying that they are not part of "The Firm" - the working royals - and should not be regarded as such carried quite a sting.

"Nothing, the Palace insisted, had changed. But, in truth, it had. The King had publicly flexed his muscles and decreed how his younger son should be treated: no bells, whistles, curtseys or any other show of royal flummery,” she said.

Prince Harry left the Royal Family back in 2020 alongside wife Meghan Markle and son, Prince Archie. The couple later accused the Royal Family of showcasing racism towards their son and publicly shared their grievances on television. Harry and Meghan now live in California, where they also welcomed their daughter, Princess Lilibet.

Eleen Bukhari
Eleen Bukhari is a London-based journalist and MSc graduate from Brunel University with over five years of experience. Specialising in the British Royal Family and global entertainment, she provides expert analysis of monarchy traditions, celebrity culture, and the evolving media narratives surrounding the world’s most high-profile figures.