Prince Harry’s long-running push to revisit his United Kingdom security arrangements appears to have gained new traction. After years of legal challenges and public discussion surrounding his protection level in Britain, a new review is reportedly underway. That said, one royal commentator believes it could mark a turning point in the Duke of Sussex’s complicated relationship with his home country.
Prince Harry’s security review could open ‘door’ for family’s UK return — expert
According to multiple reports, the U.K.’s Home Office has agreed to reassess Prince Harry’s security needs, marking the first major review since 2020. The decision reportedly comes after Harry privately wrote to Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood requesting a full reevaluation of the risks he and his family may face while visiting the country. The Guardian reported that the Royal and VIP Executive Committee (RAVEC) will now revisit his case.
Royal commentator Hilary Fordwich told Fox News that the updated review could signal more than just a security adjustment. She suggested it may also create an opening for Harry, Meghan Markle, and their children to spend more time in Britain — or even return more permanently. Fordwich noted that while no decision has been finalized, the “trajectory” of the request appears to be in Harry’s favor.
Harry’s security situation has been a point of tension since he and Meghan stepped back as working royals in 2020 and later moved to California. Court documents from earlier hearings show his legal team argued the couple’s departure was partly driven by concerns over safety and what they described as a lack of protection from the institution.
Despite those arguments, Harry lost his legal challenge in May when the Court of Appeal ruled that the committee handling his case had acted appropriately. Under current arrangements, his access to official protection in the U.K. is determined on a visit-by-visit basis.
Whether the reassessment leads to new security terms, and possibly a renewed presence in the U.K., remains uncertain. But for the first time in years, royal analysts say the possibility feels less hypothetical and more “closer to reality.”
Originally reported by Zahrah Patel on RealityTea.
