Royal correspondent Katie Nicholl has firmly denied allegations that she hacked Prince Harry's phone to secure stories, dismissing such claims as 'nonsense'. Ms Nicholl, who previously worked for the Mail on Sunday, asserted that she built an 'excellent, reliable network of contacts' within Prince Harry's inner circle to gather information.
Sources Within the Royal Circle
According to Ms Nicholl, her sources included aristocrats, socialites, and close friends of Prince Harry. Some of these contacts had intimate knowledge of his social life, overheard conversations, or even saw his text messages, providing her with insights without the need for unlawful methods.
Publisher's Stance on Allegations
Associated Newspapers Limited (ANL), the publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday, has strongly denied allegations of unlawful information gathering made by Prince Harry and other high-profile claimants. The company maintains that its journalists operate within legal and ethical boundaries.
Prince Harry's Testimony and Response
In the High Court, Prince Harry testified that his social circles were not 'leaky' and that he would sever contact with anyone he suspected of leaking information. This testimony underscores the contentious nature of the claims and the ongoing legal disputes surrounding media practices.
The denial from Ms Nicholl highlights the broader debate over journalistic ethics and the methods used to obtain royal news, with both sides presenting conflicting narratives about the sources of information.
