Prince Harry nears settlement with Sun publisher, High Court hears

Prince Harry and former Labour deputy leader Lord Tom Watson are reportedly 'very close' to reaching a settlement in their lawsuit against News Group Newspapers (NGN), the publisher of The Sun, over allegations of unlawful information-gathering. The High Court trial was initially set to start but faced delays as both parties sought an adjournment, citing difficulties in communication due to the time difference with California, where Harry resides. The judge, Mr. Justice Fancourt, ultimately refused the request for a third delay, stating the parties had ample time to resolve their differences. Despite this, both sides are considering appealing the decision in hopes of extending negotiations. NGN denies any unlawful activities took place at The Sun, and both parties have indicated a shared urgency to settle the matter efficiently. The trial is now scheduled to resume in the coming days, with the potential for further legal maneuvers.