Prince Harry could leverage Taylor Swift’s controversial police escort case to bolster his ongoing security battle with the UK government, according to new reports.
The Duke of Sussex, who has faced repeated denials for taxpayer-funded protection, believes the decision to provide the US singer with special police escorts for her Wembley Stadium shows highlights troubling inconsistencies in how security is allocated.
Swift was granted additional protection in August following terror threats and political intervention, while Harry continues to fight for similar safeguards on his own behalf.
Taylor Swift’s mother and manager, Andrea Swift, reportedly threatened to cancel the singer’s London concerts unless additional security was provided, leading to a dramatic intervention.
The Met Police initially resisted granting the extra police escorts, arguing that such protection was typically reserved for senior royals and politicians.
However, following mounting pressure from senior government figures, including Yvette Cooper and London Mayor Sadiq Khan, the force sought legal advice from the Attorney General.
Swift’s mother then negotiated directly with top Met Police officers and even Sue Gray, the Prime Minister’s chief of staff at the time, to secure the additional protection.
Prince Harry, who has been embroiled in his own battle over security, is said to be closely watching the situation.
Earlier this year, the Duke of Sussex lost a legal challenge against the Home Office regarding his right to automatic police protection after stepping back from royal duties.
Now, Harry is preparing to take the matter to the Court of Appeal in April, with his case focusing on the lack of transparency surrounding the Royal and VIP Executive Committee’s (Ravec) processes and composition.
