Prince Harry is once again at the center of a political storm as UK lawmakers push forward with efforts to impose heavy tax obligations on the Duke of Sussex — and potentially begin the formal process of stripping him of his royal title.
According to senior political sources, a growing number of British MPs are calling for a full reassessment of Harry’s financial status, citing his U.S. residency and commercial ventures as justification for removing the financial privileges typically afforded to members of the Royal Family.
One prominent MP said in Parliament last week, “You cannot have it both ways — enjoying the benefits of royal titles while living abroad and profiting from royal connections. If Prince Harry is a private citizen, then he should be taxed as one, with no special treatment.”
The tax row comes amid rising public frustration over Harry’s continued use of the “Duke of Sussex” title while operating a lucrative media brand in California alongside Meghan Markle. Their multimillion-dollar deals with Netflix, Spotify, and other ventures have sparked controversy in the UK, where many feel the couple have monetized their royal ties after stepping back from official duties in 2020.
Financial analysts suggest that if Harry is officially deemed a “non-dom” (non-domiciled resident) but still benefiting from UK assets or royal allowances, he could face a tax bill reaching into the millions.
“This is not just about symbolism anymore,” said one parliamentary insider. “If Harry continues to use his title while profiting abroad, then there is a serious legal and financial question about what he owes to the UK.”
The situation has escalated in recent weeks, with a private member’s bill reportedly being drafted that would explore removing royal titles from individuals who no longer serve the Crown and reside overseas permanently. While such a bill is unlikely to pass without broader royal or governmental support, it reflects the growing will among some UK lawmakers to address what they see as a lingering imbalance.
Buckingham Palace has remained tight-lipped on the issue, reiterating previous statements that Harry and Meghan are “no longer working members of the Royal Family.” However, sources say there is quiet concern within palace walls about the mounting political and media pressure — and the potential constitutional implications of Parliament stepping into royal territory.
For his part, Prince Harry has not publicly responded to the latest tax controversy. However, insiders say he is “privately frustrated” by the continued scrutiny and feels he is being unfairly targeted for trying to live a private life outside the UK.