Aiming to mend his troubled ties with his family, especially in light of recent health crises impacting King Charles and Princess Catherine, Prince Harry is scheduled to make a long-awaited return to the UK this summer. Meghan Markle's hectic schedule and worries about public reactions mean that despite her intentions she is anticipated to stay behind.

Meghan, launching her lifestyle company American Riviera Orchard and taking part in a new Netflix cookery show, reportedly will not travel with Harry. She apparently worries about being heckled once more, as happened during the Queen's Platinum Jubilee in 2022. At their Montecito house, the Duchess is also running her business affairs and looking after Archie and Lilibet, her children.

Harry, 39, has expressed a strong wish to see his father, celebrate his birthday with friends, and visit Princess Anne and is eager to be back with his family. Meghan's professional obligations and the pressure of possible public scrutiny make her presence in the UK impractical, nevertheless.

Safety and security issues surround Harry's travel, particularly in light of his continuous appeal against a decision to cut his security. Meghan's future trip to Britain, maybe for the Invictus Games in 2027, is still under question given current security issues.