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Harry & Meghan Defy Critics on UK Visit
19 Oct
Summary
- Couple remains determined to live independently.
- Friend states they won't change plans for UK critics.
- 2020 Sandringham Summit barred royal duties with commercial interests.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly resolute in pursuing an independent lifestyle, even amidst criticism surrounding their recent return to the UK. A confidant of Prince Harry has asserted that their time in Britain will not sway their chosen path.
During their visit, the couple engaged with community groups in Nottingham, sparking comparisons to their former royal engagements. Critics questioned their intentions regarding future public appearances outside their working royal roles. However, a longtime friend emphasized the couple's desire for autonomy, stating they have a right to live independently and will not alter their plans due to their presence in the UK.
Further comments from a source suggested that the couple is not troubled by the perception of maintaining a middle ground between royal and private life. This source clarified that the arrangement was imposed upon them, not agreed to by them. They are now free to live their lives independently due to their financial self-sufficiency.
These remarks have also drawn attention back to the 2020 Sandringham Summit. The agreement established at that summit stipulated that Harry and Meghan could not integrate their working royal responsibilities with separate commercial pursuits. Since stepping back from their royal duties, the couple has actively engaged in various charitable and commercial projects.