…By Henry George for TDPel Media.
According to reports, Prince Harry has returned to California after a brief visit to the UK.
During his stay, he spent three nights at Frogmore Cottage in Windsor as part of his high-profile phone hacking case against Mirror Group Newspapers (MGN).
The 38-year-old royal had filed a lawsuit against the publisher of the Daily Mirror, alleging unlawful information gathering.
Becomes First Royal in 132 Years to Testify in Court
Prince Harry made history by testifying in court on Tuesday, becoming the first royal in 132 years to do so.
He presented his case at a packed courtroom at the Rolls Building in London.
However, it is reported that he did not have an opportunity to see his father, King Charles, or his brother, Prince William, during his brief visit.
Potential Downsizing for Prince Andrew
There are indications that this visit to Frogmore Cottage may be Prince Harry’s final stay there.
Reports suggest that King Charles wants Prince Andrew to vacate the Royal Lodge on the Windsor estate and move to Frogmore Cottage instead.
Earlier this year, Prince Harry and Meghan were evicted from Frogmore Cottage following the publication of Harry’s controversial memoir, Spare.
They were given until early summer to vacate the property, but it seems that Prince Andrew is reportedly hesitating to leave his current mansion.
Allegations of Phone Hacking and Unlawful Activities
Prince Harry’s lawsuit against MGN centers around his claim that journalists at MGN-owned titles, including the Daily Mirror, Sunday Mirror, and Sunday People, were involved in phone hacking, deception, and the use of private investigators for unlawful activities.
His legal team has presented 140 articles published between 1996 and 2010 as evidence, with 33 being considered during the trial.
MGN denies any involvement in phone hacking or unlawful activities.
Protecting His Relationship with Meghan Markle
During his testimony, Prince Harry revealed that his current relationship with Meghan Markle was a driving factor behind his decision to take legal action against MGN.
He expressed his desire to put a stop to the abuse, intrusion, and hate directed towards him and his wife.
Prince Harry also stated that he had never been shown any articles about himself by the Palace, and even if he had been, he wouldn’t have been allowed to make a complaint.
Conclusion: Prince Harry’s UK Visit Concludes Amid Legal Battle
Prince Harry’s visit to the UK, primarily for his court appearance in the phone hacking case, has come to an end.
He returned to California after staying at Frogmore Cottage in Windsor.
The legal battle against MGN continues, with Prince Harry’s testimony shedding light on alleged phone hacking and unlawful activities.
The case holds significant importance for Prince Harry, who seeks to protect his relationship with Meghan Markle from intrusive media practices.