The Sussexes have signed a new deal with the streamer, having produced a run of forgettable programmes over the past few years. Netflix might want this, writes Fiona Sturges, but does anyone else?

Meghan Markle has been slammed as "vicious" following the announcement of a new multi-year Netflix deal – as it will see the duchess release a holiday special this December, clashing with Princess Kate 's annual Christmas carol concert.