Prince Harry is working tirelessly to ensure the safety of his family, potentially accompanying him on his future trip to the UK. He plans to bring his wife, Meghan, and their children, though there are complications due to a security dispute.
The issue of security surrounds the refusal of British authorities to grant taxpayer-funded police protection to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. The BBC News reported that the prince is reconsidering the trip originally scheduled for July because his request for government-funded security was declined.
In a statement shared with CBS News, representatives for the Sussexes affirmed that Prince Harry is exploring all possibilities to ensure a safe visit. He wants to let his children experience the UK, but safety remains a primary concern.
Previously, in 2024, Prince Harry lost a court case, and further lost an appeal in 2025, regarding the decision to reduce his security when visiting the UK. The decision to downgrade his tax-funded protection came after he and Meghan stepped back from their official duties in 2020 and relocated to California.
After losing the appeal, Prince Harry informed BBC News about his hesitance to return to the UK without the taxpayer-funded police security given to other senior royals. He faces this dilemma again, contemplating if his family can join safely.
High-profile working royals usually receive constant security from London’s Metropolitan Police. However, the Sussexes had their security reduced after moving to California. Now, the UK’s Royal and VIP Executive Committee determines their protection on a case-by-case basis.
During the legal proceedings concerning this security downgrade, Harry’s legal representatives argued that private security firms in the UK can’t provide adequate protection. British law prevents private security from carrying firearms or accessing governmental security resources.