Prince Harry is reportedly hoping to continue his controversial campaign for taxpayer-funded security, raising eyebrows after his recent visit to the UK. The 41-year-old is said to be keen to bring his family to the UK more often, especially to ensure that his children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, can spend time with King Charles.
Security Request Denied Hours Before Travel
Harry's request for taxpayer-funded security was denied just hours before he was set to travel to the UK last week with his wife, Meghan Markle, and their children. It was then reported that Meghan, Archie, and Lilibet would not join Harry in the UK, and that he would be travelling alone. However, days after he arrived, it was reported that Meghan and their children would be joining him on July 10.
The reports also confirmed that the Sussex family had attended a meeting with King Charles and Queen Camilla at Highgrove House that afternoon.
Russell Myers Questions Ulterior Motive
Writing in his latest article, The Mirror's royal editor Russell Myers shared his suspicion, noting that Harry has let his legal battles with the UK press fall under the radar, with no expressed desire to appeal. Myers wrote: "Harry’s protracted legal battles with the British press finally seem to have concluded after varying levels of success. Yet his continued gripe with his father’s government and his demands to security afforded to working members of the institution he left behind show no sign of abating."
He added: "Which begs the question, does Harry genuinely want to return to the UK with his family to repair his damaged relationships, allow his aging father to spend time with his beloved grandchildren, or is there an ulterior motive. Only time will tell."
Harry and Meghan's UK Visit
Harry and Meghan were in the UK until Tuesday evening, July 14, according to ITV News' Talking Royals podcast. The visit included the meeting with King Charles and Queen Camilla, but the ongoing security dispute remains a point of contention.
