Harry decides to appeal after loss of police protection in the UK

Prince Harry announced his intention to appeal after suffering a legal defeat against the British government's decision to remove his police protection during his stay in the United Kingdom. This defeat marks another chapter in the prince's legal battle to guarantee his personal safety when on British soil.

Government decision sparks controversy

The decision by the Home Office, the ministerial body responsible for policing, to automatically suspend Harry's personal police security during his stay in the United Kingdom has been the subject of considerable controversy since its implementation. in February 2020. Previously, like other senior royals, Harry enjoyed full state-funded protection. However, after resigning from his royal duties and moving to the United States with his wife, Meghan, this protection was revoked.

Legal arguments and the prince's reaction

Harry's lawyers argued that by removing his protection he would be vulnerable to treatment that would be both illegal and unfair. In turn, the government maintained that the Executive Committee for the Protection of Royals and Public Figures did not rule against Harry's protection, but rather that it should not be granted in the same way. . The High Court agreed with this position, finding no illegality in the decision.

In his response, Harry's legal representative emphasized that the prince is not asking for preferential treatment, but rather the fair and legal application of the rules established by Ravec. He seeks to receive the same consideration given to other royals as outlined by the committee's policies.Â

By deciding to appeal, Harry continues his legal battle for personal safety, not only for himself, but also for his family, within the United Kingdom.

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Featured Photo: Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, in London, last year (Reproduction/Alberto Pezzali/AP)