Prince Harry, eager to reunite with his royal family, has yet to receive approval from UK authorities to attend his uncle's funeral. The Duke of Sussex might miss the service for Robert Fellowes, the husband of Princess Diana's sister, due to strict Home Office security regulations.
Despite the health crisis involving his father, King Charles III, and sister-in-law, Kate Middleton, Harry has not made plans to visit the UK. His team is required to give 28 days' notice for a visit so that appropriate security measures can be arranged.
According to a source, "Harry didn't have plans to visit the UK this summer, so when something last-minute arises like a funeral, it becomes a very difficult situation to navigate."
The insider added, "Harry would like to spend more time in Britain, but it's a logistical nightmare for his team due to ongoing security issues."
When asked about concessions for unexpected family events, a government spokesman stated, "The UK Government’s protective security system is rigorous and proportionate. It is our long-standing policy not to provide detailed information on those arrangements, as doing so could compromise their integrity and affect individuals’ security. It would not be appropriate to comment on ongoing legal proceedings."
The Duke's relationship with his family has been strained since the Home Office downgraded his security after he stepped back from royal duties and moved to the US with Meghan Markle.
