Meghan Markle Returns to Public Eye in Nottingham Visit

Meghan Markle made her first public appearance since returning to Britain on Thursday, accompanying Prince Harry at a youth charity event in Nottingham. According to multiple reports, Meghan told fans outside the Community Recording Studio 'it's great to be back' as she greeted supporters and posed for selfies.

The couple visited three charities during their day of engagements: the Community Recording Studio, which supports young people in film, video, and music production; Himmah, a food bank; and Epic Partners, an organization that helps disadvantaged young people through sports, education, and mentoring. As reported by UPI, Meghan participated in a crafts class at CRS and dispensed advice on confidence building to young girls attending the event.

The Nottingham visit holds special significance for the couple as it was the location of their first appearance together after announcing their engagement in November 2017. A spokesperson for Harry and Meghan said they felt a special affiliation with Nottingham because of this history, according to UPI. The BBC reported that a committee responsible for royal and VIP security is reassessing the necessary level of official protection for the couple.

The couple's return to Britain has not been without controversy. According to HuffPost, King Charles III made it clear that Harry and Meghan would remain non-working members of the royal family, a status they accepted when they abandoned royal duties and moved to California. The decision was emphasized in a letter sent on behalf of the king shortly after their return.

The couple's visit drew significant attention, with large crowds gathering to greet them. Meghan wore entirely British designers for her outings, including the brand Joseph, which she also wore during her 2017 visit to Nottingham as reported by HuffPost. The couple stopped to wave and take selfies with those who had gathered.