Prince Harry is not expected to reunite with his estranged father, King Charles, during his upcoming visit to the UK. The Duke of Sussex will be returning to London soon to commence legal proceedings against Associated Newspapers, the publisher of the Daily Mail.
On his last trip to London in September, Harry had a long-awaited meeting with his father after 19 months apart. They shared afternoon tea, and Harry later praised his father. The trial at the High Court is scheduled to begin on January 19, coinciding with the King’s anticipated stay in Scotland at Balmoral.
According to The Telegraph, royal sources have indicated that the King prefers to avoid any association with the legal proceedings and will likely keep his distance from his son during this time.
In a previous interview with the BBC in May, Harry mentioned that the King had been distant due to a dispute over security with the Home Office. The Home Office has now reportedly ordered a full threat assessment, potentially reinstating taxpayer-funded armed security for Harry’s UK visits.
During a past court case, Harry stated that the security situation in the UK made it unsafe for him to bring his family back. Recent incidents, including a stalker coming close to Harry during his UK visit in September, highlight the security concerns.
A source close to the Sussexes mentioned the importance of police protection for Harry and his children, emphasizing the need for security before bringing them to the UK.
Both the Sussexes’ spokesperson and a government representative declined to comment on the matter, citing security protocol and privacy concerns.
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