HARRY AND MEGHAN FACE FRESH SECURITY SCARE AS PAPARAZZI SPOTTED NEAR ARCHIE AND LILIBET’S SCHOOL — HOME OFFICE REVIEW LOOMS

A FRESH SECURITY CONCERN HAS EMERGED FOR PRINCE HARRY AND MEGHAN MARKLE AFTER TWO INTERNATIONAL PAPARAZZI PHOTOGRAPHERS WERE REPORTEDLY SPOTTED NEAR THEIR CHILDREN’S NEW SCHOOL — AS THE HOME OFFICE CONTINUES TO REVIEW THE FAMILY’S SECURITY ARRANGEMENTS.

Two photographers were reportedly seen near the school attended by Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, according to reports, prompting renewed concern for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.

The men were reportedly spotted by members of the Sussexes’ security team near the children’s new school on Monday.

According to Newsweek, Harry and Meghan’s security personnel recorded the number plate of the vehicle being used by the photographers, although it was later established that the vehicle was a rental.

The reported incident comes at a particularly sensitive time for the Sussexes, who have raised concerns about security since returning to the UK.

A NEW SCHOOL AFTER SECURITY CONCERNS

Archie and Lilibet were recently moved from their previous school following concerns surrounding the school run.

The decision came after the family’s convoy was reportedly separated in rush-hour traffic while travelling to the school, prompting the Sussexes’ security team to raise concerns about the children’s safety.

The youngsters have since moved to a different school.

Now, the reported appearance of photographers nearby has added another layer to the family’s ongoing security concerns.

The photographs believed to have been taken have not been published by British media.

HOME OFFICE SECURITY REVIEW CONTINUES

The latest incident comes as the Home Office continues its review into whether Harry and Meghan should receive taxpayer-funded security.

Harry lost his automatic access to publicly funded police protection after stepping back as a working royal in 2020.

He has subsequently sought to have security arrangements reconsidered, including through legal challenges concerning his protection while in Britain.

The question of security has remained one of the most contentious issues surrounding the Duke since his departure from royal duties.

For Harry and Meghan, the latest reported incident involving photographers near their children’s school adds fresh context to their concerns.

EARL SPENCER DRAWS A COMPARISON TO DIANA

The issue has also prompted comments from Earl Spencer, Harry’s maternal uncle.

Speaking to CNN about the treatment of Harry and Meghan, Charles Spencer compared aspects of the press scrutiny faced by the couple with the treatment of his late sister, Diana, Princess of Wales.

He recalled the pursuit of Diana by paparazzi before her death in Paris and said some members of the press had subsequently acknowledged their role in the intense media attention surrounding her.

Spencer also expressed support for Harry and Meghan receiving security.

His comments come as the debate over the Sussexes’ protection continues alongside the Home Office review.

THE QUESTION NOW HANGING OVER THE FAMILY

The latest reports do not establish that the photographers posed a direct threat to Archie or Lilibet.

But with the children having only recently changed schools because of security concerns, their reported presence near the school is likely to intensify scrutiny of the family’s current arrangements.

The Home Office review therefore continues against a backdrop of renewed attention on the Sussexes’ security — and on the difficult balance between public interest, press activity and the family’s desire to protect their children’s privacy.