Prince Harry’s reported ambition to make increasingly frequent visits to the UK may face a significant hurdle, with commentators highlighting the unresolved question of his security arrangements.
The Duke of Sussex is said to be hoping for “more and more” trips to Britain after a reported family reunion at Highgrove House last month. Sources close to Harry have suggested that the current format of his visits has been successful and could become more regular.
However, royal commentators have questioned whether that plan is realistic while Harry’s security case remains ongoing. There has been no public indication that last month’s meeting brought about any change to his protection arrangements.
Tom Sykes, royal commentator for The Daily Beast, reportedly described the claims as “nonsense.”
Author Paula Froelich also questioned the proposed arrangement, dubbing it “Hotel Buckingham Palace.”
“What’s the template?” she said. “Daddy’s always offered me Buckingham Palace, I’ve always said no because it’s not safe enough. But then I found out, OK, it could be safe enough, but then I’ll go and complain about RAVEC again. That’s the template.”
She continued: “Get the free guards and then maybe take a daddy trip up to go see daddy.”
Froelich further suggested that any apparent push for closer royal ties would mark a change from Harry’s previous position on independence and his calls for an apology from the royal family.
“Forget the freedom flight… forget him needing an apology,” she quipped. “That’s all water under the bridge.”
The debate comes just weeks before Harry is expected to return to the UK for scheduled engagements.
