Prince Harry has lost a High Court challenge against a British government decision to downgrade his security status after he stepped back from royal family duties. The Duke of Sussex contested the Home Office after it decided in Feb. 2020 that Harry would no longer be given the “same degree” of protection when in the UK. During a hearing in Dec., lawyers for Harry argued the decision meant he was “singled out” and treated “less [favorably],” British news agency PA Media reported. His lawyers reportedly cited a failure to consider the impact on the UK’s reputation of a “successful attack” on Harry, who has lived with his wife Meghan Markle in California since July 2020 after they quit their royal roles.
The court ultimately ruled that the decision was “not marred by procedural unfairness.” A spokesperson for Harry said the Duke of Sussex will appeal.
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