Harry to return to UK on anniversary of Queen’s death for charity awards
Prince Harry will return to the UK on the third anniversary of the death of Queen Elizabeth II for a charity awards ceremony.
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The Duke of Sussex, who lives in California, will be supporting the WellChild children's charity of which he is a long-standing patron.
Its 2025 awards are on September 8, three years to the day since the prince's grandmother died at her home in Balmoral, Aberdeenshire.
Harry will make a speech, meet and talk with seriously ill children and their families, and present an award to an "inspirational child" aged between four and six.
The 40-year-old has attended the awards 14 times before and has held the role of the charity's patron for 17 years.
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The charity brands itself as the national UK children's charity "making it possible for children and young people with complex medical needs to thrive at home instead of hospital, wherever possible".
In a statement, he said: "I am always privileged to attend the WellChild Awards and meet the incredible children, families and professionals who inspire us all with their strength and spirit.
"For 20 years these awards have highlighted the courage of young people living with complex health needs and shone a light on the devoted caregivers - family and professionals - who support them every step of the way. Their stories remind us of the power of compassion, connection and community."
His visit will raise further speculation about the possibility of a meeting with his father the King or his estranged brother the Prince of Wales.
The announcement follows images obtained last month by the Mail on Sunday showing senior aides to the King and Duke of Sussex during a meeting in what is reported to be a step towards restoring the relationship between Harry and the royal family.
The duke was last seen in the UK in May, where he lost a long-running legal battle with the Home Office over changes to his security arrangements.