Prince Harry arrives in the UK for WellChild Awards as King Charles III s…see more

Prince Harry arrives in the UK for WellChild Awards as King Charles III spotted in Scotland

Prince Harry has landed in the UK ahead of the WellChild Awards ceremony scheduled to take place in London on September 30.

The Duke of Sussex has been a patron of the organisation for the past 16 years. Harry, 40, confirmed his attendance at this year’s event earlier this year.

“I am once again honoured to attend this year’s WellChild Awards celebrating the remarkable courage and achievements of children living with complex medical needs,” he said in a statement.

“These incredible young people, along with the dedicated caregivers, nurses, and professionals who tirelessly support them, inspire us all,” he continued.

“It is a true privilege to recognise such extraordinary individuals.”

WellChild confirmed the royal’s attendance in a statement on X, which read: “We are delighted to announce that WellChild Patron Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex, will attend the 2024 WellChild Awards, in association with the @GSK, on 30th Sept.”

“The Duke will meet our inspirational winners at a pre-ceremony reception before joining them in the main event,” the statement continued.

WellChild supports children living with serious illnesses or complex medical needs, and they honour those around them who go the extra mile to keep them healthy and happy.

The royal is expected to spend time with the winners and their families at the reception.

He will also present the ‘Award for Inspirational Child’ (age four to six) and give a speech.

WellChild Chief Executive, Matt James said: “Across the UK, an increasing number of children and young people are living with long-term, complex medical needs. Alongside their families, they navigate extraordinary challenges each day.”

“Through the WellChild Awards 2024, in association with GSK, we aim to highlight the immense difficulties they face and to celebrate their remarkable resilience and spirit,” James said.

He continued: “This event also offers an opportunity to honour the selfless dedication of those who support them – whether it be siblings, parent carers or professionals who have gone above and beyond to give these children the best possible chance to thrive.”

It isn’t known if Harry will visit with his father King Charles III during the trip.

Charles was spotted leaving his royal residence in Scotland on September 29 to attend his usual Sunday church service with Queen Camilla.

The monarch continues outpatient treatment for an undisclosed form of cancer ahead of the couple’s trip to Australia in October.

Charles and Camilla will spend two days in Sydney and Canberra.

The Duchess of Sussex reportedly hasn’t joined Harry for his trip back to the UK. She is understood to be at home in Montecito in the United States with the couple’s children Prince Archie, five, and Princess Lilibet, three.