Kathmandu— Prince Harry, his wife Meghan, and their two children arrived in the United Kingdom on Wednesday after stepping back from royal duties six years ago to begin a new life in California. The couple landed at Birmingham Airport as private citizens and plan to reside in the Cotswolds region of central England for an extended period while maintaining their home in the US. Their return follows a period of strained relations with other members of the royal family, marked by public disclosures in a memoir and interviews, and raises questions about security provisions for the family.

Relocation After Royal Exit

Harry and Meghan relinquished their roles as working royals in 2020, relocating to California and pursuing commercial ventures with Netflix and Spotify, which have experienced mixed results. The couple’s departure followed a growing rift within the royal family, exacerbated by Harry's memoir *Spare* and an interview with Oprah Winfrey where Meghan discussed mental health struggles and accusations of racism within the institution.

The Duke and Duchess retain their titles as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex despite no longer carrying out official duties.

Family Life and Education

Archie, seven, and Lilibet, five, have been enrolled in a private school in the UK. The family intends to maintain their residence in California alongside their new home in the Cotswolds, suggesting a continued bi-coastal lifestyle.

The couple’s decision to settle in the Cotswolds places them in close proximity to King Charles III's Highgrove House estate.

Royal Relations and Security Concerns

Recent visits by Harry have suggested an attempt to mend relations with his father, who is currently battling cancer. However, reports indicate that King Charles was not informed of the couple’s relocation plans in advance, learning about them alongside the general public.

Following his departure from royal duties, Prince Harry lost a legal challenge regarding the downgrading of his publicly-funded security detail and has expressed concerns about bringing his family to the UK without adequate protection. It remains unclear whether they will receive any such funding now.

The long-term implications of Harry and Meghan’s return remain to be seen, with many questions still unanswered regarding their role within the royal landscape and the arrangements for their security.

(With inputs from Al Jazeera)

Originally published on abcnews.com.np.