Prince Harry's Plans for U.K. Trip Appear to Hit a Security Issue

The plans for Prince Harry’s long-awaited trip to the United Kingdom appear to have hit a snag. The request for police protection for The Duke of Sussex and his family has been rejected.

According to OK!, Harry’s team was told on Friday that no taxpayer-funded security would be provided once they arrive.

“The decision came from the Royal and VIP Executive Committee, known as Ravec, which handles security arrangements for senior royals through the Home Office,” OK! reports, citing an insider.

There are specifics, however. Police protection would be provided while the Sussexes are physically on a royal estate, but outside of that, they would have to rely on private security. The plan is to split time between one of the King’s estates and private accommodations.

It appears the royal family is still planning to take care of their own. So that’s the good news.

Harry, Meghan Markle, and their two children, Archie (7) and Lilibet (5) planned on making the trip to the U.K. this month. It’s the one-year countdown to the Invictus Games. A multi-sport event founded by Harry in 2014 for wounded, injured, and sick personnel and veterans. It would be the family’s first visit across the pond as a whole since 2022.

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 15: (L-R) Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex attend the 75th NBA All-Star Game at Intuit Dome on February 15, 2026 in Inglewood, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Trip to the U.K. Has a Personal Element Too

There’s a lot more on the agenda should this trip take place, however. A more personal one. It’s reported that Princess of Wales Kate Middleton has been “trying to convince” Prince William to meet with the Sussex family, especially to see the children.

Middleton is really looking forward to it.

“At this time, William is not planning to be there, but things could change. Kate has been trying to convince William to meet with Harry, Meghan and the kids,” an insider said. “She is interested in seeing the kids, as well. These opportunities to see Archie and Lilibet haven’t happened before, so when they found out they were coming, it was a shock. They are trying to make this work because the opportunities are so limited.”

And King Charles is still leaving the door open for a reconciliation, a report says he does have a meeting with his grandchildren. Harry also wants to see if the King is open to being a part of the Games.

Now, Harry is said to be reassessing the trip if there is no police protection for the Sussex family. Especially because the news came out of left field and there’s, of course, a security risk to the family and dealing with the British media. They love the Sussex family. They sell headlines easily.

The Sussex Family Are Trying to Avoid the British Media

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – APRIL 14: Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex arrive at the Australian National Veterans Arts Museum (Anvam) in Southbank on April 14, 2026 in Melbourne, Australia. Meghan and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex are on a four-day visit to Australia, with engagements across Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney. (Photo by Jonathan Brady-Pool/Getty Images)

Hopefully things work out. The families are so close to a reunion.

“He’s looking at every option to try and get the family here safely and keep them safe when they’re on the ground,” the OK source said. “If he can find a way to do that, he will.

“The hope is they can meet their grandfather, but there is no way that can happen if they are chased by paparazzi. He won’t put his children through that.”