King Charles could soon ask Prince Harry to take on some royal duties as he undergoes treatment for cancer, the monarch’s former butler has claimed.
Grant Harrold, who worked for the King for seven years while Charles was the Prince of Wales, told The New York Post: “The King has made it very clear that [Harry] is part of his family and always will be part of his family, but as far as the working part goes, that will be something that we will only see over time.
“It is possible that given recent events, with the King not being 100 percent and he’s now relying on other members of the family, he could ask Harry to take on other duties.”
Harry and wife Meghan Markle announced they were stepping back as senior members of the Royal Family in January 2020, and have since relocated to the United States with their two young children.
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Charles, 75, has reportedly started planning the monarchy’s future in several talks with officials following his cancer diagnosis, which was announced by the Palace on February 5.
“The King has always been a forward thinker and he’s always planned in advance for things. I think this is Charles just being sensible,” Harrold said of the monarch’s move to begin planning the royal family’s succession on behalf of Slingo.
“His current situation has probably made him take a step back, put things into perspective, and ensure he has a plan in place.”
Harry is reportedly “very keen” on returning to the UK with his family, but Meghan, 42, is said to be “apprehensive” about the idea.
