Prince William and the HRH Titles Debate
The British royal family often finds itself in the spotlight. Recently, Meghan Markle faced criticism for using her Her Royal Highness (HRH) title in a personal note. This sparked a debate because Harry and Meghan agreed to stop using their HRH titles when they stepped back from royal duties in 2020.
Now, there’s speculation that Prince William may remove the HRH titles from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, when he becomes king. This follows reports that Harry wants his children to keep their HRH titles, giving them the option to take on royal roles in the future.
Understanding the HRH Title
The HRH title is a formal royal style given by the monarch. It doesn’t carry legal power but holds significant symbolic meaning. After stepping down in 2020, Harry and Meghan agreed to stop using the HRH style. However, there are claims that Meghan has continued to use it in private.
Sources close to Prince William suggest he might issue new letters patent to formally remove the HRH styling from Harry’s family. Experts point out that the monarch has the authority to revoke HRH status at any time. For Harry and Meghan, losing the HRH styling for their children would be largely symbolic but still significant.
Important Points to Note:
- HRH is a formal royal style, not a legal title.
- Harry and Meghan agreed to stop using HRH in 2020.
- Prince William may remove HRH titles from Harry’s children.
- The monarch can revoke HRH status at any time.
As one palace insider put it: “King Charles may avoid direct conflict, but William is upset with Harry and Meghan. And when William becomes king, he won’t hold back.”
