‘Overkill’: Harry and Meghan’s warning to parents at children’s new school slammed

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have issued a warning to parents at their children’s new UK school.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have urged parents and caregivers to only take photos of their own children and avoid taking images of other pupils.

Parents at neighbouring schools that play sport against each other have reportedly also been reminded to take photos only of their own children when supporting their team.

A letter was also sent to parents this week stressing “the importance of only taking photos of your own children”.

One parent told The Mirror : “It can’t be a coincidence that these notices are going out now just after Harry and Meghan have moved their children into the local area.

“It’s complete overkill. Everyone knows the boundaries and could you imagine the uproar from other parents if someone was discovered purposely taking pictures of children that weren’t theirs.

“I hope this isn’t a sign of things to come because it’s totally unnecessary.”

Meghan was reportedly added to a group named “Year 3”, with one mother writing: “Welcome to Meghan who has Archie joining tomo.”

Meghan seemingly responded 11 minutes later after another parent wrote “Welcome!!”

“Hi moms! Thanks for the warm welcome,” Meghan seemingly wrote, alongside a red heart emoji.

Her personal phone number was subsequently reportedly shared outside the group, which sources close to the Sussexes described as disappointing according to The Mirror.

The latest warning comes as Archie, 7, and Lilibet, 5, prepare to settle into their new school after being withdrawn from their original school after just two days.

The couple’s decision to move their children followed discussions with their security team about the practicalities of their arrangements.

Heavy traffic in the family’s new area and the distance between the school and their reported home in the Cotswolds were thought to have contributed to the decision.