Reports reveal Price Harry’s quest for UK sanctuary amidst family rifts and legal battles
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The British Royal Family has always been a source of fascination and intrigue, with their lives unfolding like a modern-day Shakespearean drama.
The latest chapter in this ongoing saga involves Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, and his new quest in the United Kingdom amidst swirling rumours of discord with his wife, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex.
It appears that the allure of the American dream may be waning for Prince Harry, who, according to reports, is seeking to establish a foothold back in his native land.
The prince, who relocated to the United States with Meghan in 2020, was said to be yearning for a London base—a place to call his own when he's not nestled in the couple's Montecito estate.
The Duke's desire for a UK residence came after the couple lost access to Frogmore Cottage, their former Windsor home, in June 2023.
This loss left Prince Harry without a permanent residence in the UK—a situation that royal commentator Tom Quinn suggested has left the prince feeling ‘sad’ and nostalgic for his former life.
‘As time goes by, Harry misses some aspects of his old life in the UK,’ Quinn shared.
‘Inevitably, the honeymoon period where everything in the States is new and exciting is coming to an end and Harry is looking back at the past through rose-tinted spectacles.’
Quinn painted a picture of a prince in a reflective mood, missing friends from his school and army days, ‘many of whom have not visited as they don’t get on with Meghan’.
The Duke's longing for a UK sanctuary is not just about bricks and mortar; it's a poignant reminder of the life he once envisioned.
In his 2023 memoir, Spare, Prince Harry expressed his sorrow over being ‘evicted’ from Frogmore Cottage, their residence from 2019 until they departed from royal duties and relocated from the UK a year later.
‘Once upon a time, this was going to be my forever home,’ he wrote.
‘Instead, it had proved to be just another brief stop.’
Adding to the Duke's challenges is the ongoing battle for security when he visits the UK.
Earlier this year, Prince Harry lost a court challenge against a British government decision to strip him of taxpayer-funded protection.
He initiated legal proceedings against the Home Office after it determined in February 2020 that he would no longer receive the ‘same degree’ of security measures while in the country.
The Duke of Sussex has consistently advocated for the safety of his family, frequently highlighting parallels between his wife's treatment and the experiences of his mother, Diana.
Princess Diana tragically passed away in 1997 due to internal injuries sustained in a high-speed car accident in Paris.
This legal tussle is one of several that Harry has been embroiled in.
In January of this year, he withdrew a libel claim against Associated Newspapers Limited (ANL), the publisher of the Mail on Sunday.
Prince Harry sued ANL for defamation over a February 2022 article about his High Court case against the UK’s Home Office regarding security arrangements during visits to the country.
In December 2023, the High Court in London determined that Harry had been subjected to phone hacking and other forms of ‘unlawful information gathering’ by Mirror Group Newspapers (MGN). The judge granted Harry A$267,000 in damages as part of the ruling.
Earlier this month, Harry reached a settlement in the remaining aspects of his phone-hacking case against MGN, with his lawyer indicating he would receive a ‘substantial’ payout.
As Prince Harry continues his search for a new residence amidst reported tensions with Meghan, recent developments have shed light on the complexities of their living arrangements.
Queen Elizabeth II's decision regarding their request to reside in Windsor Castle has sparked further intrigue in the dynamics within the royal family.
This decision underscores the ongoing negotiations and considerations surrounding the couple's future plans and royal affiliations.
Have you ever felt the pull of home after a long time away? How important is it to have a sanctuary to return to? We invite you to share your thoughts on this royal development in the comments below.
The latest chapter in this ongoing saga involves Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, and his new quest in the United Kingdom amidst swirling rumours of discord with his wife, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex.
It appears that the allure of the American dream may be waning for Prince Harry, who, according to reports, is seeking to establish a foothold back in his native land.
The prince, who relocated to the United States with Meghan in 2020, was said to be yearning for a London base—a place to call his own when he's not nestled in the couple's Montecito estate.
Reports indicated Prince Harry is searching for a new UK home as friends are hesitant to visit him in the US amid alleged tensions with Meghan. Credits: Shutterstock
The Duke's desire for a UK residence came after the couple lost access to Frogmore Cottage, their former Windsor home, in June 2023.
This loss left Prince Harry without a permanent residence in the UK—a situation that royal commentator Tom Quinn suggested has left the prince feeling ‘sad’ and nostalgic for his former life.
‘As time goes by, Harry misses some aspects of his old life in the UK,’ Quinn shared.
‘Inevitably, the honeymoon period where everything in the States is new and exciting is coming to an end and Harry is looking back at the past through rose-tinted spectacles.’
Quinn painted a picture of a prince in a reflective mood, missing friends from his school and army days, ‘many of whom have not visited as they don’t get on with Meghan’.
The Duke's longing for a UK sanctuary is not just about bricks and mortar; it's a poignant reminder of the life he once envisioned.
In his 2023 memoir, Spare, Prince Harry expressed his sorrow over being ‘evicted’ from Frogmore Cottage, their residence from 2019 until they departed from royal duties and relocated from the UK a year later.
‘Once upon a time, this was going to be my forever home,’ he wrote.
‘Instead, it had proved to be just another brief stop.’
Adding to the Duke's challenges is the ongoing battle for security when he visits the UK.
Earlier this year, Prince Harry lost a court challenge against a British government decision to strip him of taxpayer-funded protection.
He initiated legal proceedings against the Home Office after it determined in February 2020 that he would no longer receive the ‘same degree’ of security measures while in the country.
The Duke of Sussex has consistently advocated for the safety of his family, frequently highlighting parallels between his wife's treatment and the experiences of his mother, Diana.
Princess Diana tragically passed away in 1997 due to internal injuries sustained in a high-speed car accident in Paris.
This legal tussle is one of several that Harry has been embroiled in.
In January of this year, he withdrew a libel claim against Associated Newspapers Limited (ANL), the publisher of the Mail on Sunday.
Prince Harry sued ANL for defamation over a February 2022 article about his High Court case against the UK’s Home Office regarding security arrangements during visits to the country.
In December 2023, the High Court in London determined that Harry had been subjected to phone hacking and other forms of ‘unlawful information gathering’ by Mirror Group Newspapers (MGN). The judge granted Harry A$267,000 in damages as part of the ruling.
Earlier this month, Harry reached a settlement in the remaining aspects of his phone-hacking case against MGN, with his lawyer indicating he would receive a ‘substantial’ payout.
As Prince Harry continues his search for a new residence amidst reported tensions with Meghan, recent developments have shed light on the complexities of their living arrangements.
Queen Elizabeth II's decision regarding their request to reside in Windsor Castle has sparked further intrigue in the dynamics within the royal family.
This decision underscores the ongoing negotiations and considerations surrounding the couple's future plans and royal affiliations.
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