Reports have recently suggested that Harry’s access to police protection when he visits Britain is once again under review. His security status was downgraded in 2020 after he and his wife, Meghan Markle, stepped back from senior royal duties and relocated to the United States, with protection thereafter handled on a case-by-case basis.
Harry later challenged the decision in court. However, in May, he lost his appeal to have his automatic police protection restored when travelling to the UK.
Now, it has been claimed that a Home Office review will reassess whether he should once again receive full, automatic police protection during visits to Britain.
Security review and hopes of reconciliation
Amid these developments, a royal commentator has suggested that reinstating Harry’s security could open the door to repairing fractured family relationships.
Harry’s bond with the royal family has been strained since he and Meghan stepped away from their roles. The couple went on to give a series of high-profile interviews, released documentaries, and published Harry’s memoir Spare, all of which included allegations and revelations that deepened tensions.