Prince Harry, 35, who will step down as a senior member of the Royal Family on March 31, notably made clear he just wants to called Harry in his first royal engagement back in the UK. The Duke of Sussex as already arrived back in the UK to complete his final round of royal engagements, and Meghan Markle is believed to be returning soon. But Harry’s plans to ditch his royal title dates back years, according to ABC News royal contributor, Omid Scobie.

Speaking on ABC News’s HeirPod, Mr Scobie said: “There was some talk that really dominated the headlines when Harry wanted to be introduced to the stage as Harry.

“No titles, no HRH. We’re not used to seeing that.”

He continued: “I think this is a significant moment for Harry.

“This shows that he is ready to move into this new chapter at full-force ready to leave behind the HRH’s and the pomp and the circumstance.

“The pageantry that may have gotten on his nerves in recent months or years.

“But I also think we have to sometimes remember not to overreact.

“I have met Harry a number of times, the first time I ever met him I remember saying to one of his aides, ‘what shall I call him?’

“With Prince William I have always called him Sir and I wondered with Prince Harry if it was the same.

“At the same time I knew Harry was quite an informal guy and I was told back then just call him Harry.

“That’s always been the case ever since and I know many people have been told to call him Harry.

“I think it is important to note that on stage we had the ‘call me Harry’ moment but this is always who Harry has been.”

Prince Harry was asked to be introduced as ‘Harry’ prior to his speaking slot at an eco-tourism conference in February.

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Sustainable travel is a cause close to the duke’s heart, having founded the Travalyst coalition along with brands including Booking.com, Skyscanner, Tripadvisor, Trip.com and Visa.

Former Labour adviser and broadcaster Ayesha Hazarika introduced Harry to the crowd at the event, telling delegates: “He’s made it clear that we are all just to call him Harry.

“So ladies and gentlemen, please give a big, warm, Scottish welcome to Harry.”

While Harry may be opting to drop his royal title in public, he remains a prince by birth and a member of the Royal Family.

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