London:
Prince Harry has lost his legal battle against the changes in his security arrangements made by the British government after he and his wife Meghan decided to step down from royal duties. The Home Office, responsible for policing, had decided in February 2020 that Prince Harry would not automatically receive personal police security while in Britain.
The High Court in London ruled last year that the decision was lawful, and this ruling was upheld by three senior Court of Appeal judges. Despite Prince Harry feeling aggrieved, the judges stated that it did not constitute a legal error in the decision.
Judge Geoffrey Vos acknowledged the powerful arguments made by Prince Harry’s lawyer regarding the impact of the security decision. However, after reviewing extensive documentation, it was concluded that the Duke’s sense of grievance did not amount to a legal basis for challenging the decision.
Prince Harry, now residing in California with Meghan and their children, attended court hearings in person in April. His lawyer argued that he had been subjected to unjustified and inferior treatment, citing threats from al Qaeda and a dangerous encounter with paparazzi in 2023.
His lawyer emphasized the human aspect of the case, highlighting the importance of security for Prince Harry and his family. On the other hand, the government’s legal team defended the bespoke security arrangement for Prince Harry, stating its positive advantages from a security assessment perspective.
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