Prince Harry reconsidering bringing Meghan and children on UK trip

Prince Harry is reportedly reconsidering plans to bring his wife Meghan and their two children, Archie and Lilibet, to the United Kingdom next month. The Duke of Sussex's request for police protection during the family's visit, their first to the UK in four years, has been denied. His team was officially informed on Friday that no taxpayer-funded security would be provided.

Sources indicate that Prince Harry is distressed by the decision, which comes just days before the planned arrival. The Royal and VIP Executive Committee (Ravec), responsible for security provisions for senior royals, made the determination. While the family had accepted an offer to stay on a royal estate as guests of King Charles, police protection would only be available on the estate. Outside of that, they would rely on private security from California.

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I can't see a world in which I would be bringing my wife and children back to the UK at this point and the things they're going to miss is, well, everything.

The visit was intended to coincide with the year-long countdown to the Invictus Games, an event for injured military personnel founded by Prince Harry, scheduled to be held in Birmingham next July. Meghan was expected to join him for several public engagements in London and the Midlands. Prince Harry also planned to visit other UK-based charities he supports.

This situation follows a legal battle last year where Prince Harry sought to retain police protection during UK visits, a request that was ultimately denied. In a previous BBC interview, he expressed concerns about the safety of bringing his family to the UK, stating, "I can't see a world in which I would be bringing my wife and children back to the UK at this point." He also spoke of a desire for reconciliation with the Royal Family.

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You know I love my country, I always have done despite what some people in the country have done.