Prince Harry's contacts to discuss the ongoing struggle for security provisions for the Sussexes are met with a harsh response from King Charles, a royal expert claimed.
The relationship between Prince Harry and the rest of the Royal Family remains strained as a result of his and Meghan Markle's decision to resign as working royals in 2020 and establish their own path in the United States.
Royal commentator Emily Andrews stated that "no single issue than security is a greater sticking point" for Prince Harry and his family. This week, reports emerged that Prince Harry is continuing his fight with the Home Office over taxpayer-funded security.
A two-day hearing is scheduled for April, signaling the latest development in Prince Harry's three-year dispute with the UK government, despite the fact that an initial appeal against the decision was unsuccessful. Prince Harry's persistence is attributed to his desire to visit the United Kingdom more frequently, Express UK reported.
Another royal expert suggested that the relationship between Prince Harry and his father, King Charles, is being further strained by Prince Harry's insistence on this matter.
"After the brickbats, 'truth bombs' and accusations of Oprah, Netflix and Harry's Spare, he lost his older brother, strained his relationship with various members of the Royal Family to breaking point and left many old friends and trusted staff behind. Now, even his own father is not taking his calls. I'm told that when courtiers bring the phone to the King (Charles doesn't have his own mobile phone) he waves them away in irritation,” Emily told Woman Magazine.
"This is not because there's been yet another falling out. Rather, it is thought to be because Harry wants to continuously discuss his ongoing battle for security, which he has been fighting in the court for four years and believes Charles has the power to reinstate. Those close to Harry say the King no longer even answers his letters. He gets 'unavailable right now' and his calls go unanswered, says a friend,” she further told the entertainment news outlet.
Prince Harry recently returned to the United Kingdom for a covert journey to attend his uncle's memorial service. He returned to the country prior to the trip's disclosure to the public.
However, it is believed that he does not intend to make a permanent return to the United Kingdom, as there are still concerns regarding the safety of himself and his family. Prince Harry is scheduled to commemorate his 40th birthday on Sunday, September 15.
Business Times has reached out to King Charles for comments.
