Prince Harry is set to visit London next week as part of a multi-day trip to the United Kingdom, but it has been confirmed that his wife, Meghan, and their two children, Archie and Lilibet, will not accompany him. The decision to travel solo comes amidst an ongoing and high-profile dispute regarding the family’s security arrangements during their time in the country. The visit, which was highly anticipated as a potential opportunity for the family to reunite with members of the Royal Family, has been significantly altered following the recent confirmation that the family would not be provided with taxpayer-funded police protection. Sources close to the Duke of Sussex indicate that the decision to leave his family behind was made because he is unwilling to subject his children to the security risks and potential harassment he believes they would face without adequate protection. The security concerns are rooted in a long-standing disagreement with the Royal and VIP Executive Committee (RAVEC), which determines the level of protection for public figures. Reports have highlighted a confidential assessment citing elevated threat levels, including details of multiple potential plots against the Duke. Prince Harry’s team has expressed frustration over the lack of a formal security review, noting that he has not received an updated assessment since stepping back from royal duties in 2020. While the London portion of the trip will be conducted by Prince Harry alone, reports suggest that plans for the latter part of the week remain fluid. The Duke is scheduled to travel to Birmingham later in the week to mark the one-year countdown to the 2027 Invictus Games, and there remains a possibility that his family could join him for that leg of the trip, or elsewhere outside of the capital, should suitable security arrangements be secured. This development marks another chapter in the strained relationship between the Duke and the British establishment. While there has been speculation about a potential meeting between Prince Harry and his father, King Charles III, during the trip, nothing has been confirmed. The Duke has frequently stated his desire for reconciliation, but these latest events underscore the significant practical and security hurdles that continue to complicate family visits to the United Kingdom.