Hello and welcome to bbc news. Buckingham palace has announced the new arrangements for prince harry and his wife meghan, saying theyll no longer be working members of the royalfamily. In a statement it was revealed that the couple will no longer use their titles of Royal Highness. Harry and meghan will step back from royal duties, but will continue to be patrons of charities theyve chosen to support. The palace also said the couple will no longer receive public funds. They wish to repay the estimated 2. 4 million spent on the refurbishment of Frogmore Cottage in windsor, although it will remain their uk family home. In a further personal statement the queen said she supports the couples wish for a more independent life. Our royal correspondent, nicholas witchell, has our first report, it contains some flashing images. The deal has been done. They are walking away from the british monarchy. They will earn their own living and they will spend most of their time in north america. A man w