Prince Harry's Bid for UK Security Detail Denied by Court

Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, has lost a High Court challenge regarding the British Government's decision to withdraw his tax-funded personal security while he is in the UK. The court upheld the Home Office's judgment, ruling that the decision made by the executive committee for the protection of royalty and public figures (Ravec) was neither irrational nor procedurally unfair. Justice Peter Lane, who presided over the case, found no "unlawfulness" in the process, despite Harry's concerns for his family's safety due to hostility on social media and extensive media scrutiny.

The ruling implies that Harry will not automatically receive the same level of personal police protection he had prior to stepping back from royal duties and relocating to California in 2020. Instead, his security will be considered on a case-by-case basis when he visits the UK. Despite the legal defeat, Harry's representatives have indicated plans to appeal the decision. The case reflects ongoing legal efforts by Prince Harry to address concerns about his family's safety and media treatment, which includes separate legal actions against government decisions and tabloid publishers.