Queen’s relationship with Archie has ’survived’ says insider

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Archie Harrison has not returned to the UK since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle confirmed they would be stepping away from their working royal positions last year. The Queen is however believed to have been able to see her great-grandson during video chat sessions with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex over the past twelve months. Despite concerns about Meghan and Harry’s relationship with the Royal Family in the aftermath of their unprecedented interview with Oprah Winfrey, Archie’s relationship with Her Majesty is not expected to be affected.

Speaking to the Today programme on Monday, royal commentator Omid Scobie said: “I remember sources telling me when Harry and Meghan were living at Frogmore Cottage, the Queen saw more of Archie than any other Royal Family member.

“I think that relationship has managed to survive through all of the difficulties the couple faced.

“It really showed how Harry and Meghan were able to distinguish the institution of the monarchy and the Royal Family.

“There’s a huge difference between the two and I think that sometimes gets lost.”

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During the extraordinary interview with Oprah, the Duchess of Sussex claimed unnamed members of the Royal Family voiced concerns about “how dark” Archie Harrison’s skin would be at birth.

The interview sparked concerns about the relationship Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will have with the Queen now they openly discussing their personal experience of royal life.

Mr Scobie however insisted the pair highlighted “how close” they have remained with Her Majesty since stepping down in March 2020.

The expert continued: “I think this is something that might surprise some people.

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“We have heard a lot of worry over the past few weeks that the couple might disrespect the Queen in this Oprah special, that they might hurt her.

“In fact, if anything, we discovered more details about just how close they’ve been with Her Majesty even since the time they’ve stepped away from their royal roles.”

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex initially offered to continue working with the Royal Family to represent the Queen on special occasions but their proposal was refused.

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After agreeing to a one-year trial period with the Queen, Prince Charles and Prince William, the royal couple confirmed in February 2021 they would not be resuming their position within the institution.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle set up their household in California shortly before the pandemic put an end to international travel to and from the US last year.

They have continued to work with their patronages up until Buckingham Palace confirmed their royal position would be taken away as they would not be returning.

Prince Harry’s honorary military titles were also taken away and they are expected to be reassigned in the coming months.

Oprah With Meghan and Harry is on ITV at 9pm on Monday, March 8. You can watch the full interview afterwards on the ITV hub 

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