Prince Harry and family arrive back in Britain, U.K. media reports

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have returned to the United Kingdom, according to BBC News. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, along with their children Archie and Lilibet, are believed to have privately flown into the country from California and landed in Birmingham around midday. The couple's spokesperson stated that they would not be commenting on the matter.

No police presence was observed as the family exited the airport. Last week, it was reported that the couple planned to relocate to the UK in August. They will not resume official royal duties but will live in Britain as non-working royals. The family is expected to base themselves at a private property in the Cotswolds area, outside of London.

Archie and Lilibet have enrolled in school, with the new term set to begin the following week. The Sussexes had left the UK and stepped back from their royal duties in early 2020, settling in California that March. King Charles was informed of their decision earlier this month. The family visited King Charles at Highgrove earlier this year, but it is unclear if the move was discussed beforehand.

Prince Harry and Meghan had not been in the UK together since attending Queen Elizabeth II's funeral in 2022. The security of the Sussexes in the UK has been a topic of discussion since their return was announced. Last year, Prince Harry lost a legal challenge over the level of security he and his family are entitled to while in the country.

It remains unclear what provisions will be made for their security and who will pay for it. Upon hearing the news of the Sussexes' planned return, Prince William and Kate Middleton were informed. The UK government's protective security system is described as "rigorous and proportionate." Prince Harry previously expressed concerns about safety, preventing him from bringing his family to the UK.

Earlier this month, the duke and six other public figures lost a High Court privacy case against the Daily Mail and Mail, potentially facing up to £34.5 million in legal costs.