Australian politicians have come together to oppose the use of public money for Meghan Markle's security arrangements, according to the Herald Sun. The paper reports that figures across the political spectrum have taken the position that taxpayers should not bear any of the cost, with the headline stating there should not be "a single cent" spent.
The reported stance comes as Meghan prepares to return to Australia. According to ABC News, she will co-host Junior MasterChef Australia, a role also reported by the BBC. News.com.au reports that her Australian plans span "weeks," while The Australian describes the new job as closer in spirit to the food world than to film.
The security question is tied to that visit, though the reporting summarized here does not set out the specific arrangements, costs or which politicians made the statements. What is clear from the Herald Sun's account is that the objection is cross-party rather than confined to one side of politics.
Meghan's move into television in Australia follows her and Prince Harry's earlier decision to step back from royal duties, though the material above does not address their current security arrangements or who funds them.
Watch for official confirmation of the visit's schedule and any government statement clarifying who will cover security costs during her stay.
