In a surprising turn of events, it has been revealed that Prince Harry’s removal of security was not solely the decision of senior members of the British monarchy.
Contrary to popular belief, Her Majesty the Queen was actually in favor of providing security for Harry, Meghan, and their future children.
However, her wishes were overruled by the Home Office and the British Metropolitan Police, specifically by the then-Home Secretary, Dame Priti Patel.
The main reason behind this decision, as we can exclusively reveal, was the concern over costs and how it would be perceived by the British public.
It became evident that the taxpayers did not want to bear the expense of providing security for the couple when they were not residing in the United Kingdom.
Discussions took place between the British monarchy and the Home Office to determine the necessary level of security for off-site visits.
Prince Harry, on the other hand, chose not to confront the Home Secretary or subsequent Home Secretaries.
Instead, he opted to take matters into his own hands, allegedly seeking alternative security arrangements.
However, the current situation remains uncertain.
Even if Harry manages to secure some level of security through the ongoing court case, it is unlikely to sit well with the British monarchy, who firmly believe they have the final say.
At present, it is unclear which way the court case will go.
If it favors Harry, the Home Office and the Home Secretary may choose to appeal, citing concerns over costs and the allocation of resources.
Interestingly, there was little enthusiasm within the special departments of the Metropolitan Police, responsible for royal security, to relocate to Canada and later to Montecito, where Harry and Meghan now reside.
While Prince Harry continues to express his willingness to pay for security independently, the challenge lies in finding someone willing to undertake the task.
As the case unfolds, it becomes increasingly apparent that Harry and Meghan have misconstrued their authority in making decisions at the royal level.
Undoubtedly, discussions would have taken place between Her Majesty the Queen and the Home Secretary at the time.
It is unlikely that this issue caused significant friction within the British monarchy, as Dame Priti Patel was later honored with the title of Dame, a distinction she holds with pride.
Having known her personally, I can attest to her pleasant and sensible nature, as well as her thoroughness in decision-making.
She understood that the British public would not support the provision of security for the couple.
Although Dame Priti Patel is no longer the Home Secretary, her successor, Mr. James Cleverley, now faces the challenge of convincing the public to support the idea of providing security for someone who has no intention of permanently returning to the United Kingdom.
This unprecedented move is one that the British public is unlikely to tolerate.
In conclusion, the clash between Prince Harry and the British monarchy over security arrangements highlights the complex dynamics between the royal family and the Home Office.
While the court case’s outcome remains uncertain, it is clear that the issue goes beyond personal preferences and involves considerations of public opinion and financial responsibility.
As this saga continues, the British public eagerly awaits the resolution of this contentious matter.