Prince Harry’s ongoing court battle with the Home Office could have far-reaching implications, not just for himself, but also for his cousins, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie.

In a bid to regain his automatic police protection in the UK, the Duke of Sussex has launched legal action against the Home Office.

While the details of the case have mostly been kept behind closed doors due to privacy concerns, the three-day hearing concluded recently, with a ruling yet to be delivered.

Interestingly, Prince Andrew, Harry’s uncle, is closely monitoring the outcome of this legal showdown.

The Duke of York was disheartened when his daughters, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie, lost their full-time security officers.

Similarly, Prince Andrew himself had his security downgraded after stepping back from his royal duties.

If Prince Harry succeeds in his legal challenge, it could potentially pave the way for other non-working members of the monarchy to have their security reinstated.

According to insiders, Prince Andrew is expected to push for the restoration of bodyguards not only for himself but also for his daughters, should Prince Harry emerge victorious.

During the hearing, Shaheed Fatima Casey, Prince Harry’s barrister, made it clear that the Duke of Sussex did not willingly choose to cease being a working member of the Royal Family.

In fact, an excerpt from Prince Harry’s witness statement was read out, expressing his deep sadness at having to step back from his royal role and leave the country in 2020.

Prince Harry emphasized the significance of the UK as his home and its central role in the heritage of his children.

He expressed his desire for them to feel at home in both the United States, where they currently reside, and the UK.

However, he highlighted the importance of ensuring their safety while on British soil.

Given his own life experiences, he stated that he is reluctant to needlessly put himself or his wife in harm’s way.

As the legal battle continues, the outcome will not only impact Prince Harry’s security arrangements but also have wider implications for other members of the Royal Family.