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Prince Harry Begins Court of Appeal Fight Over UK Security Downgrade

The Duke of Sussex challenges a 2020 decision to reduce his taxpayer-funded protection, claiming it was unfair and lacked proper risk assessment.

Britain's Prince Harry gestures as he walks on the day he is expected to give evidence in his appeal against the rejection of his legal challenge to the British government's decision to take away his police protection when he is in Britain, outside the High Court in London, Britain, April 8, 2025. REUTERS/Isabel Infantes
The Duke of Sussex arrives at the Royal Courts of Justice in London for the start of his appeal against a High Court ruling (Photo: PA)
Prince Harry arrives at the Royal Courts of Justice in London on Tuesday.

Overview

  • Prince Harry's two-day appeal at the Royal Courts of Justice in London seeks to overturn a High Court ruling that upheld the UK's decision to downgrade his security in 2020.
  • The court will hear arguments from Harry's legal team, who claim he was 'singled out' for inferior treatment and that the decision failed to follow proper risk assessment protocols.
  • The UK government defends the 2020 decision, stating that Harry's security is now determined on a case-by-case basis due to his changed status after stepping down as a working royal.
  • Parts of the hearing are being held privately to protect sensitive details about security arrangements and threat assessments for Harry and other public figures.
  • A written decision from the Court of Appeal is expected at a later date, marking the latest chapter in Harry's broader legal battles involving privacy, media intrusion, and personal safety.