Royal news at the beginning of September traditionally revolves around the young monarchs’ studies, the opening of the working season, and the dispatch of important dispatches. HELLO!’s weekly royal digest features the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, the Crown Princess of Spain, the Queen of the Netherlands, and Kate Middleton.
Buckingham Palace confirmed that Harry and Meghan remain non-working members of the royal family.
On September 7, letters were sent to government officials, the army, and the Lord Lieutenants, on behalf of King Charles III. They confirmed that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle remain “non-working” members of the royal family after their return to the UK.
The letter reminds: the Duke and Duchess relinquished their representative functions on behalf of the monarch back in January 2020 and are no longer working members of the royal family. The titles “His/Her Royal Highness”, according to the document, remain “dormant” and are not used. The couple’s charitable projects are their personal business, which they manage privately.
Their position, the letter emphasizes, is akin to the status of private individuals with commercial and charitable interests. According to tabloids, Harry and Meghan were “a little surprised” by this message.
Princess Leonor began her studies at the University of Madrid
Royal news from Spain: On September 7, twenty-year-old Princess Leonor of Asturias, heir to the Spanish throne, began her studies at the Faculty of Political Science at the Charles III University of Madrid. For the future queen, this is not just another stage of her education, but a symbolic completion of a three-year journey. Leonor first underwent military training in the Spanish army. This training also included a training cruise on the legendary sailing ship Juan Sebastián de Elcano.
The princess arrived for her first class wearing jeans, a white shirt, and sneakers. This casual look contrasted with her previous appearances in military uniform. At the entrance to the university, she admitted to reporters that she was starting her studies “with great enthusiasm.” Leonor was personally greeted by the rector of the university, Angel Arias, student affairs specialist Pilar Otero, and the dean of the Faculty of Social and Legal Sciences, Antonio Descalso.
Both the Royal House and the university administration emphasized that there will be no special conditions for the princess. The four-year program includes more than just political theory. It also includes constitutional law, economics, sociology, history, and international relations. These subjects should prepare Leonor for her future role as head of state.
Queen Máxima at a symposium at Green Village
On September 10, Queen Máxima of the Netherlands arrived at Green Village in Nieuwegein (Utrecht Province). There she took part in a symposium of the national programme “Assessment of the Quality of Health Care and the Appropriateness of its Use” (ZE&GG).
The “Less is More” movement is an initiative that contributes to the development of appropriate health care in the Netherlands. The Queen took part in a discussion built around three key themes: laboratory diagnostics, follow-up examinations and observation, and hospitalizations and interventions.
Invited experts discussed options for implementing changes within healthcare organizations. In particular, they shared knowledge on how to build a strategy, find support and establish communication.
Queen Maxima during a visit to the symposium of the national program “Assessment of the quality of health care and the appropriateness of its use” (ZE&GG), September 10, 2026
The Princess of Wales at the Royal Marsden Hospital
September 11 2026, Princess Catherine of Wales made a private visit to London’s Royal Marsden Hospital. Kate herself had been treated there two years ago. The purpose of the visit was to find out how the funds she raised this summer as part of the National Three Peaks Challenge would be used.
In June 2026, the Princess conquered Britain’s three highest peaks within 24 hours: Ben Nevis in Scotland, Scafell Pike in England and Snowdon in Wales. She did this to raise money for the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. During her visit, Catherine met with patients undergoing treatment, as well as medical staff.
The Princess particularly emphasized the importance of a holistic approach to treatment, which goes beyond just physical therapy. She said that “the influence of nature, good nutrition and constant support nearby” is of great importance when dealing with the “difficulties and trials of medical treatment.”
