Meghan Markle warned she needs to focus on five key things before sensational UK return
EXCLUSIVE: Meghan Markle has been warned to tread her possible return to the UK carefully by a PR expert who highlighted five key things she needs to focus on to alleviate any negative reception.
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Meghan Markle has been warned she needs to be extra cautious over how she handles her return to the UK, should she ever decide to do so.
A source recently claimed the Duchess of Sussex is set for a sensational UK return with her family later this year.
Prince Harry's wife has not returned to Britain since the late Queen Elizabeth's funeral in September 2022 and numerous reports have emerged that Meghan vowed she would "never step foot in England again".
However, she made headlines earlier this week after a source claimed Meghan could join her husband Harry for a trip to the UK in May to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games, in London.
Now a PR expert claimed the possibility of Meghan returning to Britain after her vow never to return would be classed as a "significant move" which will inevitably clash with the British public's reception.
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Renae Smith, founder and director of the Atticism, told Express.co.uk: "From a PR perspective, Meghan Markle's return to the UK, after previously stating she might never do so, could be seen as a significant move.
"Whether it's deemed 'good' for the Duchess hinges on several factors, including the narrative surrounding her return and how it's managed both by her team and the media.
"The British public's reception to Meghan's return would likely vary widely. Public opinion is influenced by media portrayal, past events, and the reasons cited for her visit.
"A well-managed return focusing on charitable work, family reconciliation, or a positive, unifying event could help improve her standing with the public.
"I think Meghan is quite polarising here in the UK - and she will either garner support or criticism - dependent on how her PR team rolls the whole thing out."
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The expert added: "Ultimately if I had to give it my best prediction - I’d say that the reported comments about ’never setting foot in the UK again’ (whether true or not) can leave a sour taste in the mouth of those who call the UK home… and her backtracking on this will most likely garner negative commentary."
However, Ms Smith noted there are five things the duchess could do to improve the situation and communicate her return more positively.
She added Meghan needs to focus on transparent communication, positive initiatives, media engagement, personal connections and leveraging social media.
The expert explained: "Clear and open communication about the reasons for her return could help manage public expectations and narrative. This includes addressing any past statements about not returning to the UK in a way that shows growth or changing circumstances.
"Engaging in charitable activities or initiatives that resonate with the British public could highlight her commitment to positive impacts, potentially softening public perception.
"Selective, thoughtful engagement with the media could help shape the narrative around her return. This might include interviews or op-eds that allow her to express her intentions and reconnect with the British audience on her terms.
"Public or private gestures of reconciliation or unity, especially with the Royal Family, could be beneficial. Such actions, if perceived as genuine, might help mend public perception.
"Utilising social media platforms to share her experiences and motivations directly with the public can help bypass traditional media biases, allowing for a more direct connection with her audience."