Prince Harry in Talks with Queen, Charles & William at Sandringham

The Duke And Duchess Of Sussex Visit Canada House

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By Omid Scobie published 12 January 20

When Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan announced plans to step back as senior members of the royal family, the palace confirmed that a solution would be reached within days, not weeks.

Now, on day three of conversations between the royal households and government officials, a Buckingham Palace source tells BAZAAR.com that Prince Harry will join a family meeting on Monday afternoon with Queen Elizabeth, Prince Charles, and Prince William at Sandringham "to talk things through."

The face-to-face summit, which Meghan is likely to join by phone from Canada, follows a series of consultations and will see "a range of possibilities" brought to the table. These options, says the source, will "take into account the thinking of the Sussexes outlined earlier in the week. Making a change to the working life and role in the monarchy for the duke and duchess requires complex and thoughtful discussions."

A palace aide confirms that the aim to announce a decision within days, not weeks, remains, adding, "Next steps will be agreed at the meeting and the request for this to be resolved at pace is still Her Majesty’s wish."

BRITAIN-ROYALS — Duchess Meghan and Prince Harry leave Canada House in London on January 7, 2020.

While news of Harry and Meghan's future working model is still expected early next week, don’t expect any sudden changes. "There is genuine agreement and understanding that any decision will take time to be implemented," says the source.

Until then the work continues, with a source telling BAZAAR.com that there is a still a diary of events in place for the couple. On Thursday, January 16, Prince Harry will continue his advocacy for sport bringing communities together when he hosts the Rugby League World Cup 2021 draws at Buckingham Palace. He is expected to rejoin Meghan and son Archie in Victoria, Canada, some time afterwards.

Every Photo of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's First Public Appearance of 2020

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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex arrive at London's Canada House.

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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex arrive at London's Canada House.

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Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, stays warm in a chic, monochromatic outfit. From her camel coat to her chocolate-brown sweater, slip skirt, and Jimmy Choo pumps, 2020 is sure to be another royal year full of sophisticated and elegant looks.

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Meghan shares a warm smile with Harry.

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Harry places a hand on Meghan's back as they arrive to Canada House.

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Meghan sweetly places her hand on her husband's arm.

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Meghan smiles during her arrival.

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Harry shakes hands with Janice Charette, High Commissioner for Canada to the United Kingdom.

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Meghan waves to onlookers while being welcomed at Canada House.

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Meghan speaks with staff at Canada House.

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The couple sits in the British Columbia Room with Charette to talk about their family break in Canada.

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The Duke And Duchess Of Sussex Visit Canada House

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Meghan smiles at Harry.

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Meghan and Harry walk through Canada House.

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The Sussexes are guided through an art exhibit by indigenous artist Skawennati—the first to be featured at Canada House.

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Skawennati's art aims to reflect the country’s history and future from her perspect as both an urban Mohawk woman and cyberpunk digital avatar.

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Meghan and Harry walk through the exhibit.

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Harry and Meghan stand with Charette and the deputy High Commissioner, Sarah Fountain Smith, as they pose for a photograph with the High Commission staff.

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Harry leans over his shoulder to tell Meghan something.

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Meghan and Harry hold hands as they make their exit.

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Harry gives a cheeky thumbs up to the camera.

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Meghan looks sleek in her monochromatic outfit.

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The Sussexes pose for another picture with Charette and Fountain Smith.

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Harry and Meghan prepare to leave.

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The Sussexes exit Canada House.

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