Harry continues to fight for Home Office security despite UK visits | Royal

Prince Harry is set to continue his battle for security at the Home Office despite his recent visits to the UK, according to media reports.

The Mail on Sunday newspaper revealed the prince intends to continue his duties after losing a “frankly” hopeless appeal against the decision earlier this year.

The publication understands a two-day hearing will take place in April in the latest dramatic twist in Harry’s three-year legal battle with the British government over his safety in the UK. It said Harry’s determination stems from his desire to return to the UK more often.

Harry first applied to the Royal and VIP Executive Committee (RAVEC) for a judicial review to strip him of his right to automatic police protection after leaving the working royal family. However, the Court of Appeal granted him permission to challenge the Supreme Court ruling in May.

Now, a court official has confirmed that a date has been set for Harry’s appeal hearing in London; it could be April 8 or 9.

Discussing the court case, royal biographer Ingrid Seward described Harry as having a “narrow vision” and said the King knew his son was “very stubborn”.

According to the Mail, Ms Seward said: “It’s damaging to his father. It’s embarrassing to his father on a more personal level to think that his own son doesn’t feel safe in his own country, in his own land.

“He doesn’t let go, Harry. It’s his nature, a bit like his mother. It’s very much like Diana to go after something, and Harry just won’t let go, even though he’s been advised otherwise. I think that’s certainly not helpful in any situation.”

Before he stepped down as a working royal in 2020 and moved to California, Harry was given full publicly funded protection in the UK.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex currently live in Montecito with their children, five-year-old Archie and three-year-old Lilibet.