Prince Harry Considers Major Move as Security Verdict Delay Raises Fresh Fears for His Family
Prince Harry is reportedly considering his next move as delays in a decision about his UK security arrangements leave the Duke of Sussex waiting for clarity over the protection available to him and his family.
The Duke has repeatedly argued that his family’s safety must be taken seriously, particularly as questions continue over whether he should receive taxpayer-funded police protection during visits to Britain.
The Royal and VIP Executive Committee (RAVEC), which determines security arrangements for royals and other prominent figures, is reportedly reviewing the risks facing Harry and Meghan Markle. However, no final decision has yet been communicated to the couple.
According to The Telegraph, aides close to Harry fear that a wider review of security arrangements for public figures could delay the verdict further, leaving the Sussexes uncertain about what protection they might receive in the UK.
Harry is now said to be “considering his next steps” amid concerns that the review could postpone a decision or result in his existing security arrangements remaining unchanged.
The uncertainty comes after the couple reportedly faced renewed concerns about their children’s privacy following an incident involving the school attended by Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. The details of the alleged breach have heightened attention around the family’s security concerns.
The dispute over police protection dates back to 2020, when Harry and Meghan stepped back from their roles as senior working royals. Their previous taxpayer-funded security arrangements were withdrawn, prompting a prolonged battle over the level of protection Harry should receive when visiting Britain.
The Duke has challenged the decision through official channels, but his requests have faced repeated setbacks. His latest appeal is understood to be another attempt to secure arrangements that he believes adequately reflect the risks facing his family.
Harry’s position has also been shaped by security concerns during previous UK visits, including reported stalking issues during a brief trip in 2025. These incidents have continued to feature in the wider debate surrounding his protection.
The latest developments coincide with Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announcing a review of security measures for MPs, members of the Royal Family and other public figures following the killing of Ann Widdecombe, identified in the supplied report as a Reform UK justice spokesman.
A source close to Harry argued that the review could offer an opportunity to examine how security decisions are made and whether the current system consistently assesses threats.
“If the review is genuinely root-and-branch and truly independent, it could provide an opportunity to shine a light on the current processes,” the source said, raising concerns about the discretion involved in existing decisions.
The source also argued that security assessments should be based on objective evaluations of threats and risks rather than political considerations. These comments reflect the position of someone close to Harry and do not establish that the process has been influenced by bias.
As part of the assessment, Harry and Meghan were reportedly asked by RAVEC to provide detailed information about their current daily routines so officials could consider whether their circumstances had changed the level of risk.
For now, the Sussexes are still awaiting the outcome. Whether the broader review will delay the decision further, change the assessment or leave the current arrangements in place remains unclear.
