Prince Harry and Meghan say they are surprised by a letter sent on behalf of King Charles clarifying that they are not working members of the royal family. Multiple outlets report the couple’s spokesperson says they were not told in advance about the letter, which reiterates how they should be treated after their return to the UK.

Reports describe the letter as reaffirming the Sussexes’ status as “private citizens” or non-working royals. BBC News adds that palace sources deny the claim that the Sussexes were not warned before the communication was issued. Several outlets, including the Post, Daily Express, and i, focus on the couple’s reaction to the clarification, while other coverage emphasizes the context of the couple’s return and what the letter means for their public role. Overall, sources agree on the existence and purpose of the letter, while differing on whether the Sussexes were informed beforehand.