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 Harry, Queen Elizabeth grandson, and Meghan, duchess of Sussex,
agreed with the queen last month that they would no longer work
as royals after their surprise announcement that they wanted to
carve out "a progressive new role" which they hope to finance
themselves.
"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," a royal source said.
"Discussions are still ongoing," the source said.
Harry and Meghan use the "Sussex Royal" brand extensively.
Their website is named sussexroyal.com and they applied to
trademark the phrases Sussex Royal and Sussex Royal Foundation
for use on books, stationery, clothing such as pyjamas and
socks, charity campaigns and the provision of training, sport
and social care.
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"As part of the process to transition the Duke and Duchess of Sussex
into their new chapter - planning has been well under way around the
launch of their new non-profit organisation. Details will be shared
in due course," the royal source said.
Harry has spoken of his sadness at being forced to give up his royal
duties in a deal with the queen, saying there was no other option if
he his wife Meghan were to seek an independent future away from
stifling media intrusion.
Under the arrangement, Harry will remain a prince and the couple
will keep their titles of Duke and Duchess of Sussex as they begin a
new life split between Britain and North America, where they will
spend the majority of their time.
(Reporting by Guy Faulconbridge; Editing by Alison Williams)
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