Prince William has reportedly taken charge of succession planning discussions, excluding his younger brother, Prince Harry, from involvement due to concerns about Harry's ability to support the royal family.
Since stepping down as a working royal in 2020, Prince Harry is deemed to have "zero chance" of being asked to assist while their father, King Charles, undergoes cancer treatment and potential need for support from other senior royals.
Despite Harry's willingness to aid his family, he is not included in the decision-making process, with William leading the discussions.
Royal expert and author Tom Quinn revealed to the Mirror that Harry, as a non-working royal, is no longer considered a counsellor of state and is thus excluded from succession planning discussions.
William is determined to keep Harry out of any succession-related matters or discussions about potential counsellors of state, given his position as the next in line to the throne.
Quinn emphasized that Charles' plans revolve around William, as he is at the center of the succession planning. The urgency in succession planning may indicate the severity of Charles' cancer.
Given the highly secretive nature of succession planning, Harry's exclusion stems from concerns that he may not handle any perceived slights or disagreements discreetly, potentially resorting to media involvement.
The King's illness has prompted discussions about succession, with Harry and Meghan's return to royal duties considered highly unlikely. Royal expert Jennie Bond suggested that Harry would relocate his family if called upon to resume royal duties.
The situation underscores the complexities within the royal family and the careful considerations involved in succession planning, particularly during challenging times such as King Charles' illness.
