The Duke and Duchess of Sussex could be moving to the UK (Image: Getty )

The Royal Family could be preparing itself for “trouble ahead” if and when Prince Harry and Meghan visit the UK this year. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been living in the United States, where they have raised their children, Princess Lilibet and Prince Archie, after they stepped back from royal duties in 2020.

But it’s reported Prince William and Princess Kate have hired a crisis management expert ahead of any potential visit by the Sussexes back to these shores. Liza Ravenscroft, who has a background in crisis management, was hired by the Prince and Princess of Wales, according to the Mail on Sunday. Ms Ravenscroft was reportedly recommended by Julian Payne, a former communications secretary to Charles and Queen Camilla and the current CEO of Edelman.

A source said: “It is unlikely to be a coincidence that one of his most senior and respected members of staff has taken a key role in William’s office after a period of turmoil – and when they are looking for closer alignment between Kensington Palace and Buckingham Palace as minds turn to William’s eventual succession”

The Daily Mail’s Diary Editor and royal commentator, Richard Eden, speculated that the Waleses could know that “there may be trouble ahead”. He said the latest stories about the Sussexes’ return to Britain “serve to put pressure on the King and the rest of the Royal Family to roll out the red carpet for the Sussexes, even though the California-based couple have never apologised for their disgraceful attacks.”