Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, has been given the green light to appeal a High Court ruling that dismissed his challenge over a decision to downgrade his personal security when he visits the UK.
Back in 2020, Prince Harry took legal action against the Home Office regarding the level of taxpayer-funded protection he should receive after stepping back from royal duties with Meghan. The High Court ruled in February that the decision was lawful, and in April, they refused him permission to challenge that ruling further.
However, the Court of Appeal has now agreed to hear his challenge after a direct application from Harry’s lawyers.
The decision to downgrade his security was made by the Royal and VIP Executive Committee (Ravec) in February 2020. Retired High Court judge Sir Peter Lane rejected the duke’s case in a judgment this February, stating that Ravec’s decision was legally sound.
Prince Harry’s legal spokesman expressed his intention to appeal, emphasizing that he is not seeking preferential treatment but a fair and lawful application of Ravec’s rules.
Now, Prince Harry has the opportunity to challenge the dismissal at the Court of Appeal, according to an order by Lord Justice Bean dated May 23.
This case is one of several legal challenges Prince Harry has brought to court, including lawsuits against parts of the British press.
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