King Charles Strips Prince Harry of Councillor of State Role Post Frogmore Eviction

Prince Harry faces yet another blow to his royal status as King Charles has removed him from his role as a councillor of state.

This decision comes after the deadline for Prince Harry and Meghan to vacate Frogmore Cottage has passed.

The historic Grade II listed building has served as the Sussexes' UK base since their wedding in 2018.

Earlier this year, the King evicted Harry and Meghan from Frogmore Cottage, leaving the Sussex family without an official royal residence in the kingdom.

Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams emphasized the significance of this move, stating that Prince Harry can no longer act as a councillor of state.

This role is crucial as it allows a senior royal to act on behalf of the monarch in case of their absence or incapacity.

Traditionally, councillors of state are the spouse of the reigning King or Queen and the first four individuals in line to the throne who are over 21 and reside in the UK.

Currently, Prince William, Prince Harry, Prince Andrew, and Princess Beatrice fulfill these criteria.

In a recent development, King Charles has instructed the addition of Prince Edward and Princess Anne to the list of councillors of state in 2022.

This decision aims to ensure the smooth functioning of public affairs in the monarch's absence during official duties overseas.

Fitzwilliams highlighted that by not having a UK residence, Prince Harry has forfeited his right to act as a councillor of state, which could impact Prince William's future reign if Harry remains without a home in Great Britain.

The King's decision to add Edward and Anne to the list implies that Prince Harry and Prince Andrew may never be called upon to fulfill this role.

Despite not being able to remove his son or Prince Andrew from the list, King Charles opted to include Edward and Anne as a precautionary measure.

This move signifies the King's foresight in ensuring the continuity of governance in his absence.

As Prince Harry and Meghan pursue their careers in the United States while retaining their royal titles, questions arise about their commitment to their British roles.

Royal expert Tom Bauer noted that Harry's constitutional position would only become relevant if he returns to Britain, which seems unlikely given the current circumstances.

Bauer suggested that to mitigate the damage caused by the Sussexes, King Charles should formally sever Harry's constitutional ties with Britain, thereby curbing their exploitation of their royal status for personal gain.