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Prince Harry Seeks Police Protection Over Al-Qaeda Threats

Court documents reveal Harry requested taxpayer-funded security after specific threats, as judges deliberate his appeal against downgraded UK protection.

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Prince Harry attended a hearing at the Court of Appeal last week, parts of which were held in secret, to challenge the decision to remove his police protection
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Overview

  • Prince Harry told the Court of Appeal that his current security arrangements are 'inadequate, inappropriate and ineffective' since stepping back from royal duties in 2020.
  • Newly released court summaries confirm Harry requested police protection after Al-Qaeda issued threats calling for his assassination, citing his military service in Afghanistan.
  • The Royal and VIP Executive Committee (RAVEC) moved Harry to a bespoke, case-by-case security process without conducting a formal risk assessment in 2020.
  • Harry's legal team argues the bespoke system is inferior and unjustified, while the Home Office defends it as tailored to his unique circumstances.
  • A written ruling from the Court of Appeal, addressing Harry's appeal against the High Court's previous dismissal, is expected after Easter.