Prince Harry made his first public appearance in Britain this year as he arrived at London’s Royal Courts of Justice on Tuesday for a crucial hearing in his ongoing legal battle over security arrangements. The Duke of Sussex, dressed in a tailored navy suit, offered a brief wave to photographers but remained tight-lipped as he entered the courthouse where three senior judges will reconsider his case against the Home Office.
This latest chapter in Harry’s long-running dispute dates back to 2020 when the Royal and VIP Executive Committee (RAVEC) downgraded his security protection following his decision to step back from royal duties and relocate to California with Meghan Markle. The prince argues this decision unfairly jeopardizes his family’s safety during UK visits.
In previous court filings, Harry expressed emotional distress about being unable to safely introduce his children to their British heritage. “The UK will always be part of my family’s story,” he stated in December testimony. “But I cannot in good conscience bring them here without proper protection.” The two-day hearing has drawn intense scrutiny as it may determine whether British taxpayers will fund the duke’s security during future visits.
