King Charles has 'played a blinder' on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle coronation issue

Former BBC Royal Correspondent Michael Cole says King Charles has “played a blinder” in his handling of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle amid his upcoming coronation.

Mr Cole spoke to Sky News Australia host Paul Murray about King Charles III’s upcoming coronation and whether Prince Harry and Meghan Markle may attend the event.

"The King, actually, has played a blinder here," Mr Cole said.

"He's made it clear from the very beginning that his youngest son, and his youngest son's wife, are perfectly welcome at the coronation.

"And of course, that puts the ball in their court – they have to decide, if they decide they don't come it will make them look a little bit petty and mean spirited.

"And of course, if they do come, it will leave them open to the charge of hypocrisy."