Prince Harry had to be quickly taken out of court today after a woman shouted support for him during a break in his legal case about security in the UK.
Harry was at the Royal Courts of Justice, trying to overturn a previous decision that rejected his claim against the Home Office. He believes he deserves more protection when he’s in the UK. The court is reviewing the decision made by a group that handles security for royals and public figures.
Some parts of the hearing were private, with no press or public allowed. During a pause in the session, a woman in the courtroom shouted, “I support you Prince Harry” as he was leaving. His bodyguards quickly stepped in and hurried him out. She also blamed the press for Harry not living in England anymore. After she left, Harry returned for the private part of the hearing.
Earlier in the day, Harry arrived for the second day of the hearing. He lives in the US and was seen writing notes and quietly speaking with his legal team.
The two-day appeal follows a ruling from last year, where a retired judge said the decision to change Harry’s security arrangements was legal. Harry’s lawyer argued that the new “custom” process used for him is not better—it’s unfair and gives him worse treatment compared to others. She said the committee is focusing on why Harry would attend certain events, which she believes is irrelevant to his security needs.
On the other side, the Home Office’s lawyer said the situation is unique and the committee had to handle it in a specific way. He added that it’s not useful to compare Harry’s case to others because every case is different.
Three judges are hearing the case, and a written decision will be given at a later date.
