British public give verdict on whether Harry and Meghan should pay for own security

WorldPolitics
25 Aug 2026 • 4:56 PM MYT
The Independent
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British public give verdict on whether Harry and Meghan should pay for own security

  • A YouGov poll indicates that 71 per cent of British adults believe the UK government should not fund security for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
  • The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have announced plans to relocate to the UK and have enrolled their children, Archie and Lilibet, in British schools.
  • Prime minister Andy Burnham stated that the couple's security arrangements are a private matter, as questions persist over funding.
  • The royal security committee Ravec is reportedly set to review Prince Harry's claim for protective security following his legal dispute with the Home Office.
  • Although 58 per cent of respondents hope Prince Harry and Prince William will reconcile, William and Kate maintain significantly higher popularity ratings than the Sussexes.

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