Meghan Markle 'to return to Britain for first time in four years this summer'... if Harry is given security
Meghan is expected to join her husband at the Invictus Games in Birmingham in July, amid ongoing discussions over whether they will be granted taxpayer funded protection
Meghan Markle is said to be planning a return to Britain this summer for the first time in four years – but only if security arrangements are approved for her and Prince Harry.
The Duchess of Sussex, 44, is expected to join her husband at an Invictus Games event in Birmingham in July, amid ongoing discussions over whether the couple will be granted taxpayer funded protection while in the UK.
Her proposed visit comes as Harry awaits the outcome of a review into his security provision, following his long running battle to regain armed police protection when visiting Britain.
Meghan is understood to be hoping to attend a one-year countdown event for the Invictus Games on July 10, ahead of the 2027 Games in Birmingham.
The sporting event was founded by Harry to support wounded and injured service personnel and veterans.
She has previously joined Harry at similar one-year countdown ceremonies in Canada and Germany, and sources say she is keen to do the same in the UK – provided safety concerns are resolved.
It would mark Meghan's first trip back to Britain since September 2022, when she attended Queen Elizabeth II's funeral.
Although official details of the Birmingham countdown celebrations have yet to be confirmed, ceremonial appearances involving the Sussexes are expected.
Harry and Meghan walk hand in hand at the Hillcrest Recreation Centre at the Invictus Games on February 10 2025
Harry spoke to their favourite US based magazine 'People' to talk about Invictus and the impact it has on people's lives. Pictured: Harry and Meghan on stage at the welcome celebration of the Invictus Games last year
A source told the Sun: 'Security is always going to be the deciding factor in this.'
Harry's security arrangements are currently being reviewed by Ravec, a committee made up of police, royal and government experts.
The Duke has repeatedly said he does not believe it is safe to bring his family to the UK without adequate protection.
Plans are reportedly well advanced for Meghan to travel to the Midlands to support the event, but only if the review concludes in their favour. A decision is expected later this month.
It remains unclear whether the couple's children would accompany them. Archie, six, and Lilibet, four, have not been in the UK since Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee celebrations in June 2022, when there were scattered boos as Meghan arrived for a service at St Paul's Cathedral.