King Charles’ latest move against Prince Harry has sparked debate as royal experts see it as “permanent consequences.”
It comes amid reports that the $3 million Frogmore Cottage makeover could soon be scrapped. The 77-year-old’s reported plans are being taken as another sign that the monarchy has permanently moved on from the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
“This clearly signals that when someone leaves the service there are permanent consequences,” argued British royal expert Hilary Fordwich.
“There is no need to preserve anything from the Sussex chapter. Given all the damage to the royal family, especially with the release of ‘Spare,'” she shared Fox News Digital.
“This renovation is a clear indication that his zero-tolerance position prevails,” she added.
Responding to reports, British broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard said: “Giving Frogmore Cottage, along with the other Crown Estate properties, a new purpose within the royal estate is a positive way forward. It was also Harry and Meghan’s decision to ditch royal duties and move to the US.”
Another royal commentator, Amanda Matta, believes the royals seem far more concerned with putting an empty home to good use than sending a stark message that Harry and Meghan have been written out for good.
Matta continued: “I don’t see any compelling evidence that this is an attempt to erase Harry and Meghan.”
She continued: “The monarchy tends to treat royal residences as operating assets, sometimes even rented out to staff, rather than displays of opulence. Homes are regularly reconfigured depending on who needs them and how they are used.”
“If there was a symbolic break between the Sussexes and the royal family, it’s fair to say it happened when Harry and Meghan lost Frogmore Cottage as their UK residence,” Matta said.
The expert explained: “This redevelopment, which happens several years later, feels more like the consequence of that decision than a new escalation of it.”
“We don’t know if King Charles is personally driving the decisions here, but these elections may still signal what the institution has decided about its future.
Frogmore was originally intended to support the Sussexes as working members of the royal family. If it is no longer needed for that purpose, it could signal how firmly the monarchy regards that chapter as closed.”
Responding to growing whispers, royal broadcaster Ian Pelham Turner claimed: “Frogmore Cottage was Harry and Meghan’s forever home after they spent millions renovating the design to their taste and needs.”
“The latest rumors that Frogmore could be restored to its original design is what we call a shot across the bows for the couple.”
“In my estimation, I feel there is a power struggle between Charles and William,” he said.
The commentator continued: “Charles, I feel in his heart that he wants Harry, Meghan and their children back together in England.”
However, Matta is hopeful that peace talks between the monarch and his could soon come, saying: “I would never write off the possibility of an invitation to Balmoral or Sandringham.”
“I don’t think that door is closed, and the fate of Frogmore Cottage doesn’t necessarily play into that saga. One relates to private family ties at this point; the other is part of the literal framework of the institution.”
“I think the two concerns have been firmly separated,” she said.
“At the same time, King Charles may be open to personal reconciliation, while the monarchy makes it clear that Harry and Meghan no longer take a working role in it.”
