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Prince Harry 'privately pleads' with Home Secretary over security amid UK return
London Evening Standard • • world
Key Points:
- Prince Harry has privately requested Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood to confirm security arrangements for his family ahead of their planned permanent return to the UK, which could cost taxpayers over £5 million annually.
- The Royal and VIP Executive Committee previously deemed Harry ineligible for state-funded security, but this decision was made before his intention to move back permanently was known, prompting a reassessment.
- Despite their return, Harry and Meghan will maintain their status as private individuals and non-working royals, with no changes to their official roles within the royal family.
- Senior royals held a 'Sussex Summit' at Balmoral Castle following the announcement, and King Charles, who is battling cancer, reportedly supports the move as a chance to see more of the family.
- Harry's ongoing legal disputes with the Home Office over security and his strained relations with senior royals remain unresolved, adding complexity to the Sussexes' UK return.
