Queen Elizabeth II released a statement following a family meeting with Meghan Markle and princes Harry , William and Charles on Monday.

Her Majesty said that she is entirely supportive of Harry and Meghans decision to lead a new life and said that the group had constructive discussions.

Today my family had very constructive discussions on the future of my grandson and his family, the queen said in a statement.

My family and I are entirely supportive of Harry and Meghans desire to create a new life as a young family, she added. Although we would have preferred them to remain full-time working Members of the Royal Family , we respect and understand their wish to live a more independent life as a family while remaining a valued part of my family.