Prince Harry Awaits Ruling on His UK Police Protection Appeal
Prince Harry is expected to receive a decision today regarding his appeal against changes to the level of police protection he’s given during visits to the UK.
The ruling is coming from the Court of Appeal following a two-day hearing in April, which saw Harry travel back to London to make his case in person.
Since stepping back from royal duties in 2020 and relocating to California with Meghan Markle, Harry’s security arrangements in the UK have changed. The government decided he would no longer automatically receive the same kind of publicly funded protection he once did, opting instead to assess his needs depending on the situation.
After an initial legal challenge was dismissed, the Duke of Sussex pushed forward with an appeal, arguing that the treatment he’s received was unfair. His legal team claimed the decision left him exposed, especially given previous threats and a high-profile incident in New York involving paparazzi.
The outcome of this appeal could shape how often Harry returns to Britain. His relationship with the country remains complex—not least because of concerns around safety.
The High Court had previously ruled that the government’s decision in 2020 was lawful, with officials saying the downgrade was tied to Harry’s decision to live abroad. However, Harry’s lawyers maintain that the committee handling his security failed to fully evaluate the risks he faces.
Now, all eyes are on the judges’ final say—and what it might mean for Harry’s future visits home.
