Prince Harry and Meghan Face New UK Security Assessment

Prince Harry and Meghan are set to undergo a fresh security assessment as they plan to relocate from the United States to the United Kingdom later this month with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. They are expected to move to a private residence outside London, where their children will start school next month.

The Home Office clarified that security decisions for the Royal Family are made by the Royal and VIP Executive Committee (Ravec), an independent body, and not by the Prime Minister. Harry's security has been a contentious issue since he and Meghan stepped back from royal duties in 2020, and he lost a legal challenge last year regarding the downgrading of his security arrangements during UK visits.

With their planned move, Ravec will need to reassess their security due to previous arrangements being based on them not living permanently in the UK. It remains uncertain if Harry will receive the taxpayer-funded protection he desires, or if he will opt for private security.