Amidst his legal battle with News Group Newspapers (NGN), Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex, has received encouraging news from London. The High Court has rejected NGN's request to postpone a trial, marking a significant win for Harry in his ongoing legal dispute.
The court's decision to proceed with the trial as scheduled next January represents a victory for The Duke of Sussex. This development comes just days before Harry's scheduled return to the UK in May for the Invictus Games. During his visit, he is anticipated to engage in important discussions, including a meeting with his father, King Charles, who is battling cancer, and other senior members of the royal family.
NGN's attempt to delay the trial, citing alleged unlawful information gathering, has been thwarted by the court. Justice Fancourt emphasized the impracticality of further postponement, highlighting the substantial costs involved in what has already been described as "very expensive litigation."
The January 2025 trial date, established in November 2022, remains unchanged, with Justice Fancourt stressing the extensive preparations already undertaken by all parties involved. He emphasized the importance of maintaining the trial's timeline, considering the significant investment of time and resources thus far.
