Settlement in Royal Lawsuit: Prince Harry Reaches Resolution with NGN
In a groundbreaking development in January 2025, Prince Harry settled a legal case with News Group Newspapers (NGN) after it issued a "full and unequivocal apology" for "serious intrusion" into his private life. The apology addressed incidents from 1996 to 2011, including unlawful activities by private investigators, with NGN agreeing to pay an undisclosed amount in damages. The media giant, responsible for noteworthy publications like the Sun, the Times, and formerly the News of the World, also apologised to Harry for intruding on his late mother, Diana, Princess of Wales.
This resolution is significant as Prince Harry and former Labour deputy leader, Lord Watson, were the last remaining claimants, following NGN’s settlement of over 1,700 similar cases. This apology highlights ongoing challenges eminent figures face concerning media intrusion. Meanwhile, this incident reminds us of the importance of privacy. For more details, visit the original reporting here.
- Key Takeaways:
- NGN settled with Prince Harry with a full apology and undisclosed damages.
- Apology extended for intrusion into Diana, Princess of Wales’s life.
- Prince Harry and Lord Watson were the final claimants following previous settlements.
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