Prince Harry Loses Bid for UK Security Amid Royal Family's Unequal Protection

Prince Harry has lost his latest attempt to restore full police protection for himself and his family when visiting the UK, a privilege currently reserved for senior working royals such as King Charles, Queen Camilla, and the Prince and Princess of Wales. Harry has argued that security concerns have prevented him from bringing his wife and children to the UK, but other members of the Royal Family in similar positions also lack round-the-clock protection. Figures such as Prince Andrew, Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie, Zara Tindall, Princess Anne, Prince Edward, and Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh do not have full-time taxpayer-funded security, receiving it only during official duties. Past incidents, including the attempted kidnapping of Princess Anne, highlight ongoing security risks, yet the tiered approach to royal protection persists. This system distinguishes senior working royals, who have constant security, from others, reflecting both cost considerations and royal roles. Harry's case has drawn attention to these disparities, but the current security policy remains unchanged.