Prince Harry rules out return to the UK for Philip memorial – but hopes to visit Queen 'soon'

Lorraine Kelly blasted Prince Harry for missing Prince Philip's memorial service.

Scottish breakfast TV host Lorraine Kelly has slammed Prince Harry over his refusal to attend Prince Philip ’s memorial service on Tuesday saying that he will “regret” his decision when he looks back. Harry — who lives on a £10 million Californian estate with wife Meghan Markle — decided not to return to the UK and appear at the service held at Westminster Abbey on Tuesday March 29 due to his ongoing row over police protection. Lorraine revealed that she was surprised at the 37 year old’s decision not to fly home and pay his respects.

Duchess of Sussex have been keeping a low profile and were notably missing from Prince Philip's service of thanksgiving this week, citing security reasons for their absence.But royal watchers are hoping that Harry and Meghan will make an appearance soon at another high-profile event – the wedding of Brooklyn Beckham to his fiancée Nicola Peltz.READ: Meghan Markle sent heartbreaking gift to the QueenHarry and Meghan are good friends of the Beckhams, who have enjoyed close links to the royal family for years. Victoria and David were invited to the Sussexes' nuptials in May 2018, as well as Prince William and Kate's royal wedding back in April 2011, so it wouldn't be a surprise if the Beckhams have extended a wedding invite to both royal couples.WATCH: Rebel Wilson pokes fun at Harry and Meghan's Oprah interviewBefore she quit royal life, Meghan publicly showed her support for fashion designer Victoria by wearing her pieces on some very memorable official engagements.

Prince Harry has faced fresh criticism over his decision not to attend his grandfather Prince Philip’s memorial service. The prince announced his decision not to return for the memorial service, which took place on Tuesday morning, after he raised concerns about his safety during his trips to the UK.The Duke threatened legal action to acquire security for his family when they fly over from the US.

Today almost 2000 special guests have gathered at Westminster Abbey to remember Prince Philip. After his funeral was restricted by Covid-19 laws in place last year – which left Her Majesty, 95, sat alone – those who were unable to attend have come together to pay their respects. The day marked the first public outing by Prince Andrew since he settled out of court with Virginia Giuffre, after being accused of sexual assault – which he has denied.

Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee is just around the corner but the jury's still out on if both of her grandsons will be in attendance. A source tells ET that despite a report that Prince William banned Prince Harry from his birthday, there have been no engagements where Harry has been «banned.» He hasn't been banned from celebrating his grandmother at her Platinum Jubilee in June either — which will mark 70 years of service for the queen, 95, who ascended the throne in 1952 at the age of 25.In fact, it's quite the opposite, with the source sharing that Harry was invited to Prince Philip's service of thanksgiving next week even though he has indicated he won’t be attending.The judicial case related to Harry's security, in which he's seeking hire and pay for private security for him and his family in the U.K., has not been resolved and is still under review, which might be why he's choosing not to attend a few events in his home country, despite his plans to attend the Invictus Games in The Hague in the Netherlands next month.ET royal expert Katie Nicholl said Harry's absence raises questions about his relationship with his family.«This, has of course, raised questions about relationships with his family and even with the queen, who he was once so close to. We know that Prince Harry was totally able to come over to the United Kingdom, he obviously feels he can't because of the security situation with his family,» Nicholl shared.

Prince Andrew is planning to attend the memorial service for his late father Prince Philip.The Duke of York, 62, is expected to appear at the service at Westminster Abbey honouring his late father on 29 March.The service will celebrate the life of the late Duke of Edinburgh, who died last April at the age of 99. A spokesperson for the Prince confirmed the news that he will be present at the memorial service to the BBC .

Hidden away beneath ill fitting shoes, bunions are a secret agony for many. So sufferers took comfort in the fact that Prince Harry seemed to be among their number, after spotting the familiar signs as the 37-year-old posed bare footed in an arty black and white photo with wife Meghan. Fortunately for Harry, there may be a simple solution - and it's one his stepmother Camilla Parker Bowles can help him with.The Duchess of Cornwall is devoted to the British footwear brand Sole Bliss, wearing more than 10 pairs of their surprisingly stylish footwear on regular rotation to ease her aching feet.

Prince Harry transformed into orange fancy dress as he promoted the Invictus Games which is set to be held in Holland in April.The Duke of Sussex, 37, was seen speaking with members of the team as he practised his Dutch ahead of the fifth Invictus Games which is set to take place in The Hague, Netherlands, between April 16 and 22. Harry was seen on a video call in his home office at the reported £10.5million Montecito mansion he shares with wife Meghan Markle, 40, and children Archie, two, and nine month old daughter Lilibet.

The Queen was reportedly only informed of the news that Prince Harry would not be attending the memorial service of his grandfather Prince Philip just 15 minutes before the public announcement was made. Prince Harry ruled out returning to the UK for his grandfather’s memorial service this week in a statement. It read: “The Duke will not be returning to the UK in late March, but hopes to visit his grandmother as soon as possible.” Harry, 37, and his wife Meghan Markle, 40, will not be jetting back to the UK for the Service of Thanksgiving on March 29 at Westminster Abbey, a spokesman confirmed on Friday 11 March.

Prince Harry will not be heading to the United Kingdom this month. ET has learned that the 37-year-old Duke of Sussex is not attending the service of thanksgiving honoring his late grandfather, Prince Philip, at Westminster Abbey on March 29. Philip died in April 2021 at age 99.A spokesperson for Harry says that, while the duke will not be returning to the U.K.

Prince Harry is set to miss the Duke of Edinburgh’s memorial service after a personal security row.

The late Prince Philip will be honoured later this month with a special Service of Thanksgiving, but grandson Prince Harry will not be attending.