Prince Harry Makes First Public Appearance Since Announcing Departure From Senior Royal Role

Jan 16, 2020 by apost team

Prince Harry today made his very first public appearance since announcing he and his wife were ‘stepping back’ from their roles as senior royals. 

The Duke of Sussex was spotted this morning arriving at Buckingham Palace to host the Rugby League World Cup 2021 draws.

Prince Harry met today with representatives from 21 nations who will participate in the cup. He then watched pupils of a local school play rugby league in the Palace gardens.

Harry is due to reveal the women’s, wheelchair and men’s tournament groups at noon. 

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The Duke took time to mingle with the children and posed for photographs with them in front of a myriad of cameras and journalists. 

According to the Mirror, one journalist shouted a question to the prince, asking, "How are the discussions going on your future?"

The Duke, however, reportedly did not reply but instead smiled at one of his entourage and made his way into the palace  

Harry’s appearance today marks his first since he and his wife Meghan Markle announced they would we stepping back from their roles as senior Royals. The couple has also revealed that they will be splitting their time between North America and the UK and intend to become financially independent. 

Meghan Markle is reportedly in Canada at the moment with their 8-month-old son Archie and their two dogs. 

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