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Times Column Questions Harry’s ‘Silenced Royal’ Claim as Privacy Trial Unfolds

The columnist highlights prior royal privacy wins alongside Harry’s 2016 media statement to argue he had already voiced grievances.

20th Jan 2026 Elizabeth Hurley, actress and model, leaves the High Court. Prince Harry along with other celebrities are suing Associated Newspapers of using unlawful methods of snooping on them to create sensational headlines. Contributor: Mark Thomas
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Britain's Prince Harry (C) arrives outside the High Court in London on January 21, 2026, for the third day the trial in his case against a major UK newspaper group. Prince Harry was due on January 21 to take the stand at a court in London as the first witness called in his joint claim that two UK tabloid newspapers unlawfully gathered information about him. (Photo by Henry NICHOLLS / AFP via Getty Images)

Overview

  • Prince Harry gave evidence at the High Court in a case against Associated Newspapers Ltd over alleged unlawful information gathering, which the publisher denies.
  • A Times columnist contends Harry was adept at public duties and appeared to enjoy aspects of his role, challenging his portrayal of reluctance in court.
  • The column points to successful privacy actions by the King and by the Prince and Princess of Wales as context that counters the idea royals could not push back.
  • It also recalls Harry authorizing a 2016 statement condemning media harassment of Meghan Markle as an example of speaking out while a working royal.
  • Harry says he wants an apology and accountability, with Mr Justice Nicklin to determine whether ANL’s reporting crossed legal lines.