the Queen they will not return as working members of the
Royal Family, and will return their honourary military appointments and royal patronages as a result, Buckingham Palace says. The news comes just shy of one year on from the
Duke and Duchess of Sussex s final engagement as senior royals, which saw them step out with other members of the Royal Family to the
Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey on March 9, 2020. Following conversations with The Duke, the Queen has written confirming that in stepping away from the work of the Royal Family, it is not possible to continue with the responsibilities and duties that come with a life of public service, Buckingham Palace s statement reads.