Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could be preparing to say goodbye to UK after a new poll revealed how unpopular the couple remain with the British public.
The latest YouGov survey suggests that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex continue to face a difficult reception among voters, with both receiving significantly more negative than positive opinions.
The October poll found that Prince William and Princess Kate remain the most popular members of the Royal Family, with more than 70 per cent of respondents viewing them favourably.
Harry, meanwhile, received positive ratings from just 29 per cent of those surveyed, while 60 per cent expressed a negative opinion of him.
Meghan’s figures were even lower. Only 20 per cent of respondents viewed the Duchess of Sussex positively, while 68 per cent said they had an unfavourable opinion of her.
The results have added to questions about whether Harry and Meghan will seek to spend more time outside Britain, particularly as they continue building their lives and professional commitments overseas.
According to the report, polling in the United States has also produced similar results for the couple, while their recent visit to Australia reportedly left a positive impression.
The warm reception they received during their trip to Australia in April is said to have encouraged them to consider spending more time in the country.
Despite Harry’s reported hopes of making progress in his relationships with King Charles and Prince William, neither has publicly extended an olive branch to the Duke.
The Sussexes’ plans for spending an extended period in the UK were never presented as a permanent return, but the latest developments could further influence where the family chooses to spend its time.
A possible move to Australia has now emerged as another option, with reports suggesting the couple could consider relocating as early as the beginning of next year.
Meghan’s reported new professional opportunity in the country has added to the speculation. The Duchess has been announced as a judge on the next season of Australia’s Junior MasterChef.
The television role could give Meghan a reason to spend more time in Australia, although it does not confirm that the family has made a decision to move there.
A source told Closer that Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet would also accompany their mother if the plans go ahead.
“Archie and Lilibet will also be going with Meghan and they’re framing it like another exciting adventure,” the source said.
For now, a permanent relocation remains unconfirmed, but the reported opportunity and the couple’s positive experience in Australia have fuelled speculation that the Sussexes could once again look beyond the UK.
