Royal photographer reveals Prince Harry’s real reason for returning to UK

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Royal photographer Arthur Edwards has shared his thoughts on Prince Harry’s return to the UK, suggesting the Duke of Sussex could eventually resume royal duties. Mr Edwards, who…

Royal photographer Arthur Edwards has shared his thoughts on Prince Harry’s return to the UK, suggesting the Duke of Sussex could eventually resume royal duties. Mr Edwards, who has photographed the Royal Family for 50 years, made the comments during a special episode of the Daily Express royal podcast Royals Unscripted, where he reflected on his career and the royal drama he has witnessed both in front of and behind the camera.

The photographer, who has captured seven royal weddings, four funerals, and seven royal births, has recently released his new memoir, Cup of Tea, Arthur?: My Extraordinary 50 Years Photographing the Royal Family, which was published on November 5. During the podcast, Mr Edwards discussed a number of prominent members of the Royal Family, including King Charles, the late Princess Diana, Prince Harry, and Meghan Markle's entrance into royal life.

Speaking about Harry's potential return to royal duties, Mr Edwards said he hoped the Duke would once again have the opportunity to work alongside the Royal Family, although he believes there are steps he needs to take before that can happen. He said: "And I think he's doing that now. He was at a war memorial on Sunday, he's in Brussels today making a speech."

The photographer added: "I think when he had that meeting with the King at Highgrove with his wife and the children, a lot was said there and if you remember nothing came out from that - not one comment came out from that, I think everything was explained to the King and I think he will get protection for his family and his children.

"I think he will slowly return to doing royal engagements for the Royal Family and I hope he does because he's a massive personality."

Asked by Royal Editor Emily Ferguson if Harry was trying to return as a working member of the Royal Family now that he's returned to the UK. Mr Edwards revealed that he believes Harry's return to the UK would otherwise be pointless.

He said: "I don’t see any point otherwise.

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