Ever since Prince Harry and his wife Meghan relinquished their official roles within the royal family in 2020 and relocated to the United States, he had been deprived of the customary police security granted to members of the royal household in the UK.
Last year, the High Court in London had already granted him permission to contest the initial decision to terminate his protection. However, his latest attempt to secure a second court review, focusing on his offer to privately finance the deployment of highly-trained officers, was dismissed on Tuesday.
This court ruling has sparked a broader discussion surrounding Prince Harry's use of his royal title and the name he employed in his legal battle. Some individuals criticized him for identifying himself as "H.R.H The Prince Henry Charles Albert David" rather than using his familiar nickname, Harry. It should be noted, though, that the use of full names in court documents is not an unusual practice.
Moreover, there have been claims suggesting that Prince Harry adopted the HRH title after it was prohibited by the late Queen. However, it is important to clarify that the Queen's intention was to prevent him and his wife from exploiting their titles for personal gain, and not to prohibit their usage in court documents.
In summary, Prince Harry's bid to challenge the UK government's decision on funding his own security in the United Kingdom was dismissed by the High Court. This outcome has triggered discussions surrounding his choice of name and title, highlighting differing perspectives on the matter.
