Harry and Meghan announce financial independence from The Crown

What would Tommy Lascelles say?

In a self-proclaimed “progressive new role”, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced radical new plans for their involvement with the royal family. Namely, “a step back as ‘senior’ members of the Royal Family”.

Basically, they want to shake up “the institution”.

The couple plan to split their time between England and North America while they raise their son, with the ultimate aim “to become financially independent” while staying in full support of the Queen.

In a statement posted to the couple’s Instagram page this morning, Harry and Meghan are aiming to raise their son, Archie, with an appreciation for the royal tradition of his lineage but also focus on the next steps for their family.

 

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“After many months of reflection and internal discussions, we have chosen to make a transition this year in starting to carve out a progressive new role within this institution. We intend to step back as ‘senior’ members of the Royal Family and work to become financially independent, while continuing to fully support Her Majesty The Queen. It is with your encouragement, particularly over the last few years, that we feel prepared to make this adjustment. We now plan to balance our time between the United Kingdom and North America, continuing to honour our duty to The Queen, the Commonwealth, and our patronages. This geographic balance will enable us to raise our son with an appreciation for the royal tradition into which he was born, while also providing our family with the space to focus on the next chapter, including the launch of our new charitable entity. We look forward to sharing the full details of this exciting next step in due course, as we continue to collaborate with Her Majesty The Queen, The Prince of Wales, The Duke of Cambridge and all relevant parties. Until then, please accept our deepest thanks for your continued support.” – The Duke and Duchess of Sussex For more information, please visit sussexroyal.com (link in bio) Image © PA

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