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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Laura Elston

Prince Harry steps down from role with controversial charity ahead of UK return

  • Prince Harry has resigned from the board of directors of African Parks ahead of his planned return to the UK, following admissions last year that rangers managed by the conservation charity committed human rights abuses in Congo-Brazzaville.
  • A spokesperson confirmed the Duke of Sussex remains a firm supporter of the organisation's mission after a decade of involvement, while African Parks stated it has since enhanced its institutional safeguarding processes.
  • The decision coincides with preparations by Harry and Meghan to relocate from California back to the UK alongside their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, who have reportedly been enrolled in British schools.
  • Security arrangements for the family remain unresolved, with Harry reportedly appealing directly to Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood regarding police protection details following a recent official risk evaluation by the Ravec committee.
  • The Prince and Princess of Wales have offered no public comment on the couple's prospective return, with royal relations remaining severely strained following past public criticisms made by the Sussexes.

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