As Prince Harry and Meghan Markle face renewed calls to have their royal titles stripped after allegedly showing ‘no interest in Sussex’ – we want to hear your thoughts on the topic
A former Sussex MP has called for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to have their titles stripped following their silence on Sussex Day – and we want to hear your thoughts. The occasion, which takes place on June 16 every year, celebrates the county’s heritage and culture, with towns across Sussex hosting music, dancing, and market stalls.
However, furious local residents have slammed the Duke and Duchess for failing to acknowledge Sussex Day both this week, and in previous years. It comes after the pair are reported to have visited Sussex just once since receiving their titles in 2018 – a trip that lasted only six hours.
Now, Sussex MP Tim Loughton has backed calls for the former royals to be stripped of their titles, as he told MailOnline: “Yet again the interest of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex in the county from which they continue to use their title has been underwhelming to say the least. It is time we had a Duke of Sussex who has a genuine interest in our County, and wishing Sussex residents a happy Sussex Day is hardly a tall order.”
He added: “They rarely visited Sussex even before they abandoned the UK for California and on our County Day they have again shown no interest in Sussex”. The couple were granted the title of Duke and Duchess of Sussex by the late Queen Elizabeth following their 2018 wedding, with Meghan becoming the first Duchess of Sussex in history, and Harry being the second person to ever hold the title of Duke of Sussex.
The couple retained their titles when they stepped down as senior royals in January 2020, despite losing their HRH styles. According to insiders, Prince William has completely cut off contact with Harry and Meghan after what he sees as repeated public attacks on the Firm.
One source told HELLO!: “There is zero trust.” It has been reported that the family believes “private conversations with Harry are not possible.” While Harry told the BBC himself that “some members of my family will never forgive me” for what he wrote.
In May, we asked Mirror readers if Prince William would strip Harry and Meghan’s titles when he becomes King and a whopping 9,806 said yes, they could see that happening, while just 1,203 thought William would never do such a thing. Several readers felt that Harry’s actions – including his departure from royal life and inflammatory public statements – have made him unworthy of retaining his royal title. While some believe the future monarch may hesitate or lack the resolve to make such a move.
As the California couple fail to acknowledge Sussex Day for another year, we want to know if you think Harry and Meghan should be stripped of their titles. Vote in our poll HERE to have your say.
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