King Charles Secures Special Role for Prince Harry’s Future
In a recent revelation, it appears that King Charles III contemplated assigning a special role to Prince Harry to secure his future within the royal family. Contained in Russell Myers’ new biography, *The Monarchy’s New Era: The Inside Story*, this information shines a light on the complexities surrounding the Sussexes’ departure from the UK.
Potential Role for Prince Harry
The Palace reportedly considered the position of governor-general of Canada for Prince Harry. This role would have allowed him to act as the monarchy’s representative in Canada, a former British colony.
Negotiations Behind the Scenes
Before relocating to the United States in 2020, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were engaged in extensive negotiations with royal officials. These discussions lasted around the clock and presented five options to the couple. However, none of the proposals were deemed satisfactory by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
- Proposed role as governor-general of Canada for Harry.
- Multiple options during intense negotiations.
- All offers ultimately rejected by the Sussexes.
Challenges and Implications
Despite the best efforts from the Palace, several barriers prevented the creation of a suitable role for the couple. A source revealed that while they spent months trying to devise a fitting position, each suggestion ran into complications.
- Harry’s non-citizenship in Canada hindered the governor-general option.
- Concerns about security for potential roles in Africa.
- Some positions were already occupied by others.
Ultimately, the ambition of appointing Prince Harry as governor-general was unfeasible due to statutory requirements, which necessitated Canadian citizenship. This endeavor highlights the tensions and obstacles that have characterized Harry and Meghan’s relationship with the royal family since their decision to step back from royal duties.
