Calls for NZ to become a republic grow louder amid Prince Harry and Meghan Markle scandal
Calls for NZ to become a republic grow louder amid Prince Harry and Meghan Markle scandal Watch: The Duke and Duchess made their statement last week Credit: Video - Newshub ; Image - Getty. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's decision to step back from royal duties has renewed calls for New Zealand to become a republic. The New Zealand Republic Organisation (NZRO), a campaign group dedicated to bringing independence to New Zealand, says the recent controversy is a good reason to bring discussions to the forefront. "We're just seeing scandals now with Prince Andrew and this whole thing with Meghan and Harry," said NZRO chair Lewis Holden on Tuesday. In November last year, Prince Andrew stepped down from royal duties due to his involvement with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Last week The Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced they would "work to become financially independent," - a decision which has sparked controversy amongst t...