The Duke of Sussex, Sir Elton John, and five other claimants have lost their High Court battle against the publisher of the Daily Mail, Associated Newspapers Limited (ANL). Judge Mr Justice Nicklin delivered the written ruling via email at 2pm on Tuesday, dismissing all claims of unlawful information gathering.
Details of the Case
The group, which also includes Sir Elton John's husband David Furnish and campaigner Baroness Doreen Lawrence, alleged that ANL had a “culture of unlawful information gathering.” The publisher strongly denied these allegations. The trial at the High Court in London lasted 11 weeks, with Prince Harry arriving in the UK on Monday evening to attend the proceedings.
Impact and Reactions
The ruling marks a significant legal defeat for Prince Harry, who has been involved in several legal battles against the British press. The judge's decision to dismiss the claims means that the case will not proceed to a full trial. This is a breaking news story, and further details are expected to follow.
