Prince Harry loses second high court challenge over security

Synopsis

Prince Harry faces ongoing challenges regarding his security since stepping back from royal duties. He is not entitled to automatic police protection in the UK and has been contesting the decision that prevents him from paying for his own security. His legal team argues that the decision should have been made by the Home Office rather than the executive committee for the protection of royalty and VIPs, known as Ravik. During a preliminary hearing at the high court, the Met Office expressed concerns that allowing wealthy individuals to pay for police protection creates an unjust situation. Ultimately, Harry loses this appeal, which is part of a broader legal battle concerning his security arrangements. This case is one of several he is pursuing, including ongoing phone hacking lawsuits against Mirror Group Newspapers.