It has been reported in various media outlets from Sky News to the Mirror that HM the Queen and palace aides have reportedly concluded that the word ‘royal’ must be removed from the ‘Sussex Royal’ brand following Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s decision to step back from royal duties.
It is understood that following lengthy talks between HM the Queen and senior officials they are believed to have agreed The Duke and Duchess of Sussex must drop their ‘Sussex Royal’ label after deciding to step down as working royals.
Harry and Meghan have spent tens of thousands of pounds on a new Sussex Royal website to complement their hugely popular Instagram feed.
The couple have sought to register ‘Sussex Royal’ as a global trademark for a range of items and activities, including clothing, stationery, books and teaching materials, however, it looks like that idea could be short-lived with a source telling the Daily Mail the use of the title ‘royal’ was being reviewed.
The sources said: “As the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are stepping back as senior members of the royal family and will work towards financial independence, use of the word ‘royal’, in this context needed to be reviewed. Discussions are still ongoing…
“As part of the process to transition the Duke and Duchess of Sussex into their new chapter, planning has been well underway around the launch of their new nonprofit organization. Details will be shared in due course.”
It is thought that the ‘fine detail’ of the ‘re-brand’ is still being worked out however the couple have agreed to avoid using the ‘Sussex Royal’ name in their new commercial ventures, it is claimed.
Harry and Meghan are wishing to become ‘financial independence’ after their decision to step back from royal duties.
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