Prince Harry Seeks UK Security for Invictus Games

0:00On March 21st, here's the latest in entertainment and celebrity news. Prince Harry plans to return to the United Kingdom this summer, with Meghan, marking their first trip back together in four years. One of his close friends, Alex Rainer, is urging the government to restore their taxpayer-funded police protection for visits. The couple lost automatic security after stepping back from royal duties and moving to the United States in 2020. Harry lost a court challenge against the home office last year, but officials granted his request for a full-risk assessment last December, with a key. Committee sets a review at this past January. Rainer, who joined Harry on a charity trek to the North Pole in 2012, points to the dukes two tours of duty in Afghanistan during his 10-year army career as a major vulnerability factor. He calls it unfair that Harry must pay privately, especially when other royals get protection without similar service. The push comes ahead of promotional events for the Invictus Games, which Harry founded for wounded veterans and are scheduled for Birmingham next year.

1:03He hopes Meghan will join him at a July event to help build excitement. With these visits on the horizon and security talks ongoing, all eyes are on whether the government will step up to ensure their safety.