Monarch's Advisors Raise Questions Over Police Protection and Reconciliation Offers
Harry, the Duke of Sussex, is set to return to the UK for ongoing legal battles, receiving a surprising gesture of goodwill despite concerns raised by King Charles and royal courtiers.
As the Duke continues his lawsuits against British tabloids and the UK Home Office regarding police protection for his family, he has been offered limited armed protection during his visit. According to sources, Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley approved the arrangement, providing officers from the Royalty and Specialist Protection Command.
This privilege, which Harry lost after stepping down as a senior royal in 2020, highlights the complexities of his current relationship with the monarchy. "He is being offered limited police protection," an insider told The Mirror. "The Met is even recruiting officers on their days off due to staffing shortages."
Additionally, Harry was reportedly offered accommodation at Buckingham Palace for his visit, a gesture he declined.
The move has sparked concerns within royal circles. Royal biographer Robert Hardman previously noted the precariousness of the situation, describing it as "the King's son suing the King's ministers in the King's courts." Advisors have also expressed unease that such overtures from King Charles could inadvertently be used in Harry’s legal arguments.
Whether this gesture paves the way for a father-son reconciliation remains uncertain. For now, it signals the delicate balance between familial ties and the ongoing legal and public relations challenges facing the royal family.
