Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been urged to “say sorry now” to avoid spending next Christmas alone – and away from the royals. Royal correspondent Michael Cole has said that the couple should “show contrition” and “apologise” to the Royal Family.

Meghan and Harry made the decision to spend Christmas in the US – once again – with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.

Speaking of the Sussexes’ decision, Mr Cole told GB News: “It’s worth saying is Christmas is supposed to be a time for families to come together. Well, obviously the Duke and Duchess of Sussex in faraway California didn’t get the memo because they will not be taking part. And I must spare a word for King Charles. It must be very hurtful for him that he doesn’t see his grandchildren, his grandchildren in California, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. That is appalling.”

He added: “I think ordinary families who’ve had these problems, and they do occur in all sorts of families, really ought to try and come together at Christmas time. But if they love each other, and I think the best way you can demonstrate love is by showing it in real terms.

“And that’s reaching out, making the apologies, showing the contrition that’s necessary, coming together.”

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