Harry and Meghan believed they could keep their jobs

HARRY and Meghan believed they could still represent their organisations from the United States, friends said.

And a spokesperson for the duke and duchess said that although the formal links have been broken, they have “offered their continued support to the organisations they have represented regardless of official role.

“We can all live a life of service. Service is universal.”

Buckingham Palace said all were “saddened” by their decision to permanently step down as working royals, but they remained “much loved members of the family”.

The announcement came after the 12-month review of the couple’s decision to step down as working royals.

Buckingham Palace said in a statement: “Following conversations with the duke, the Queen has written confirming that in stepping away from the work of the Royal Family it is not possible to continue with the responsibilities and duties that come with a life of public service.

Since Harry and Meghan quit as senior working royals in March 2020 they have signed deals with Spotify and Netflix, estimated to be worth more than £100 million. The Sussexes are poised for an interview with chat show queen Oprah Winfrey.