Kate’s Emotional Concerns

Middleton is described as “deeply emotional” over how Harry would react if his titles were removed. The source said, “She worries about Harry and can’t help feeling a real pang of sadness. No matter how fractured things have become, he’s still William’s brother. Harry already hates that his kids are excluded, especially from Balmoral.”

The insider also revealed that Kate has long tried to keep communication lines open with Harry, and she fears this move could permanently close the door. William, however, appears firm in his outlook. “He sees a future where it’s him, Kate, their kids, and a handful of working royals. Harry and Meghan just don’t fit into that vision anymore,” the source explained.

William’s Vision of a Slimmed-Down Monarchy

When William eventually takes the throne, he reportedly intends to lead with a “slimmed-down monarchy.” The insider explained, “He wants to slim down the institution, focusing on his family and the next generation.”

Royal expert Richard Palmer has supported this view, writing in The i Paper that a smaller royal team would help reduce costs and reliance on taxpayer funds. He noted, “A smaller number of working royals doing fewer engagements should mean fewer staff – the couple [William and Middleton] currently employ 68, about half the number who worked for Charles at his peak as Prince of Wales.”

Future of Harry and Meghan’s Titles

Reports continue to suggest that William plans to strip Harry, Meghan, and their children of their HRH titles once he ascends the throne. A friend of the Prince of Wales told the Daily Beast, “He [William] obviously isn’t going to hire Archie and Lilibet… The idea that somehow having a vestigial HRH as a baby later entitles you to be a working royal is beyond parody, even for them.”