Prince Harry reportedly wanted to have security for his then-girlfriend, and now-wife, Meghan Markle, during their courtship period. However, the Duke of Sussex was unable to offer the Duchess of Sussex that security protection at that time.
According to a royal author’s new biography, the royal family‘s decision to deny Meghan Markle the “pricey state-funded protection” until their official engagement “stunned” Prince Harry.
Prince Harry’s request to provide Meghan Markle security denied by royal family, per source
The royal family reportedly denied Prince Harry’s request to give his now-wife, Meghan Markle, security protection at the time of their courtship, before they tied the knot. As reported by RadarOnline, Russell Myers, the author of “William and Catherine: The Intimate Inside Story,” wrote in the biography that this decision by the palace not to give the “Suits” actor the security until she became Prince Harry’s fiancée shocked the Duke of Sussex.
According to the biography, Harry reportedly “viewed the decision as inconsistent.” The Duke of Sussex allegedly thought that it was “one rule for him and another for me” after reportedly observing Kate Middleton receiving “informal guidance and support” while dating Prince William.
In the meantime, the Duke of Sussex allegedly appealed to his brother, Prince William and his father, King Charles, to intervene in the matter. However, neither of them did so, per the biography.
Per the news outlet, a source claimed, “Security for the royals has always been a government matter.” The person continued, “Not something individual family members can simply demand.” The insider then explained, “Harry’s frustration was understandable on a personal level.”
The person also added, “But the system operates within strict protocols.” Meanwhile, another insider said, “From Harry’s perspective, he believed Meghan was being exposed to unacceptable risks, even in the early days of their courtship.” They continued, “That gap in expectation widened into something far more serious.”
Originally reported by Nikita Nath on RealityTea.
