The British Ministério of the Interior has initiated a review of the security measures offered to Prince Harry during visits to the Reino Unido. The decision comes after the Duke of Sussex lost, in May 2024, a lawsuit that called for the automatic restoration of full police protection. Harry has lived in the Estados Unidos with Meghan and their children since 2020, when the couple stepped back from senior royal duties.
The change, known as Megxit, officially took place in January 2020. The couple maintains the titles of Duke and Duchess of
Reasons for leaving the royal family
Harry and Meghan cited constant pressure from the British press as the main factor in the decision. Eles also expressed frustration with restrictions imposed by Palácio of Buckingham on the development of the SussexRoyal brand.
The couple sought greater financial independence and privacy to raise their children. Archie was born in 2019 at Reino Unido, while Lilibet came into the world at Califórnia, in 2021.
Harry’s recent visits to Reino Unido
The duke has returned to the country several times in recent years, usually for short periods. In February 2024, he rushed to visit King Charles III following the monarch’s cancer diagnosis.
Harry also attended charity events and court hearings related to his own safety and tabloid lawsuits. In September 2024, he spent about 50 minutes with his father in Clarence House.
- Attended the WellChild ceremony in September 2024
- He was present at the coronation of King Charles III in May 2023
- Returned for the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II in September 2022
- Attended Jubileu of Platina in June 2022
Legal dispute over police protection
Harry argues that the lack of automatic security prevents him from bringing his family to Reino Unido frequently. Ele lost an appeal in May 2024 that attempted to force the government to reestablish full protection funded by Estado.
Ministério of Interior now analyzes whether the duke should receive automatic protection even without exercising official functions. The review could change the protocol applied to non-active members of the royal family.
Couple’s financial independence
After leaving royal duties, Harry and Meghan lost access to Subvenção Soberana. King Charles III provided a substantial amount for the transition, but the couple became dependent on commercial contracts.
They signed agreements with Netflix and Spotify worth tens of millions of dollars. Archewell Productions has released documentaries and series, including the Meghan lifestyle program.
Current projects and sources of income
Meghan relaunched her product brand in February 2025 under the name As Ever. The line includes jams, cookie mixes and tableware items.
Harry published the memoir Spare in January 2023, one of the best-selling books of the year. Parte of the profits went to charities that the Duke has supported since childhood.
The couple also receive inheritance income from Princess Diana and the Queen Mother. Meghan accumulated assets during her acting career on Suits, between 2011 and 2018.
Outcome of actions against the press
Harry has won important victories in lawsuits against British media groups. In January 2025, he reached an agreement with News Group Newspapers, who apologized for invasion of privacy between 1996 and 2011.
The agreement included compensation of an undisclosed amount. Anteriormente, in 2024, he had already received substantial compensation from Mirror Group Newspapers for illegal wiretapping.
The current security review represents a new chapter in the Duke’s relationship with British institutions. Enquanto the process progresses, Harry and Meghan continue to expand commercial and philanthropic activities starting from Califórnia.