By Sheila Mckenzie-
Harry and Meghan have permanently moved out of Frogmore Cottage for good, it has been revealed.
The house, on the Windsor estate, was their official UK residence, on which the Duke and Duchess of Sussex kept paying the rent even after they quit the Royal Family and moved to California.
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It is an indication, among many others, that they have no intention of returning to the UK to live, and do not intend to spend long periods of time in Harry’s country of birth where his father is King.
The decision of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to permanently move out of Frogmore Cottage, their residence in the United Kingdom, carries significant implications for the dynamics within the royal family.
This move, combined with their earlier departure from their senior royal roles and subsequent relocation to the United States, has already triggered substantial debates and speculation.
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Frogmore Cottage has long held symbolic importance within the royal family, being a gift from Queen Elizabeth II to the couple upon their marriage. Its association with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle represented their connection to the British monarchy.
The vacation from Frogmore Cottage can be seen as a further solidification of their transition away from the royal family. The couple has stepped away from royal duties for over two years now, and pretty much used to their life overseeas.
Traditionally, the senior members of the royal family have had a more prominent role in representing the monarchy. However, by relocating outside the United Kingdom, they are creating distance from the core operations of the royal family. This shift could lead to a redistribution of responsibilities and potentially enhance the roles of other senior royals, such as Prince William and Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge.
Frogmore Cottage served as a convenient base for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle when they were carrying out royal engagements in the United Kingdom. Its proximity to Windsor Castle and the Queen’s residence made it an ideal location.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s decision to leave Frogmore Cottage for good has had a considerable impact on public opinion. Their departure has generated intense media scrutiny and public discourse surrounding their motivations and their relationship with the royal family.
The move may further polarize public sentiment, with some applauding their pursuit of independence and others criticizing their perceived disloyalty to tradition. These diverging opinions could influence the public’s perception of the royal family as a whole and affect its long-term popularity
The annual Sovereign Grant report shows that Frogmore Cottage remains vacant and a palace official confirmed that Harry and Meghan had “only just left” and packed up their things.
Prince Harry and Meghan paid back the £2.4 million that had been spent from public funds on renovating the cottage before they moved in.
They agreed a reduced rent, when they relocated to the US, after offering to pay the refurbishment costs themselves.
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