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No Way Back: Prince Harry Vowed He Could Never Move Family Back To UK

The Duke of Sussex cited serious security concerns as the ultimate dealbreaker for relocating to Britain.

By Rae MitchellPublished Updated 2 min read

Prince Harry made his stance on returning to his homeland crystal clear, admitting he could never envision a scenario where he moves his family back to the United Kingdom full-time. According to reports, the Duke of Sussex was entirely firm on his refusal to relocate back across the pond. His firm stance comes down to one massive factor: ongoing anxiety over his family's safety and personal protection on British soil. The royal emphasized that the risks involved simply make a full-scale move back home completely out of the question. ## Why won't Prince Harry move back to the UK? Security fears have long dominated Harry's complex relationship with his home country. Ever since he and his wife Meghan Markle officially stepped down from their roles as senior working royals in 2020, the prince has voiced deep concern over the level of official police protection granted to his household when visiting Britain. Without guaranteed high-level security measures in place, the Duke considers bringing his wife and children over to the UK to be an unreasonable hazard. That major hurdle effectively shuts the door on any potential royal homecoming, regardless of whatever speculation might circulate in the press. For Harry, maintaining a secure environment for his young family takes absolute priority over traditional royal duties or maintaining a permanent residence in London. His hesitation isn't just about public pressure—it stems directly from safety protocols he feels are inadequate. ## Is Prince Harry ever returning to London? While brief individual trips back to Great Britain for legal hearings, charity events, or brief family reunions remain part of his schedule, an actual permanent relocation appears completely off the table. Resurfaced comments underscore just how deep the logistical security issues really run for the royal. Building a life in California has provided the Duke and Duchess of Sussex with a fresh start away from the relentless British press and strict royal guidelines. Harry has made it abundantly clear that he views his family's future as firmly rooted in America. Unless monumental changes occur regarding his official security clearance and coverage while in the country, Harry's stance on residing in the UK remains a strict refusal. The prince continues to put his immediate household's safety above all else, keeping his distance from royal life.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle
reports said Wednesday that Harry and Markle (pictured above earlier this month) have made the shocking decision to move back to the UK six years after their highly publicized exit.
In Harry’s BBC interview last May, he insisted that he loves his country.
He also stressed that he would love to “reconcile” with his family (pictured here in July 2018).
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex moved to California and stepped back from being senior members of the royal family in 2020.
They’ve been living in a multimillion-dollar estate in Montecito ever since.They’re pictured here earlier this month.

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Why won't Prince Harry move back to the UK?
Prince Harry has cited severe security concerns and a lack of official police protection for his family as the main reasons he refuses to move back to the UK.
Does Prince Harry still live in the US?
Yes, Prince Harry continues to reside in California with his wife Meghan Markle and their children after stepping back from royal duties in 2020.