Former Royal Security Officer Blasts Harry And Meghan’s ‘Nonsense’ Reaction To Paparazzi Sighting At Kids’ UK School

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s reaction to the latest incident involving paparazzi at their kids’ UK school has faced heavy scrutiny from a former security officer for the royal family.

The Sussexes’ kids’ school was targeted by two photographers, believed to be working with international outlets, prompting the duke and duchess to release a statement condemning their actions and forwarding the incident to RAVEC amid a review of their security.

However, Prince Harry and Meghan are now being accused by an ex-security officer of “shamelessly” trying to exploit the incident in an attempt to get their taxpayer-funded security restored.

Prince Harry And Meghan Markle’s Statement Was Branded ‘Shameless’ By A Former Royal Protection Officer

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Following the paparazzi scare at their kids’ new school, Harry and Meghan released a statement via a spokesperson, condemning the act and branding it “extraordinarily reckless.”

“It is concerning enough that certain European paparazzi appear unwilling to respect the privacy of children at school,” the spokesperson said.

“But to behave in this manner in these particular circumstances, and so soon after the incident at RAF Fairford, demonstrates an extraordinary lack of judgment,” the statement continued, referencing a suspected terror plot at the RAF Fairford military base.

Reacting to the statement, former royal protection officer Dai Davis claimed that the couple’s statement was “nonsense,” while also slamming them for bringing up the RAF incident.

“Paparazzi is not a security incident,” Davis said, per reports. “It is just to be expected. It’s not unrealistic to expect some paparazzi who will chance their arm; the security team can deal with that easily.”

“If you look at the track record, such as the New York car incident, they are nothing of real consequence,” he continued. “I hope Ravec aren’t swayed, and common sense prevails, as all the incidents amount to sweet FA.”

Davis then added, “There’s no comparison to Fairford. It’s bordering on shameless but ridiculous as well.”

More About The Paparazzi Scare At Prince Archie And Princess Lilibet’s School

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As previously reported by The Blast, two young men were noticed by private security and members of the school’s staff as they walked around the perimeter of Archie and Lilibet’s school.

The men were said to have stopped at several points and looked into the school grounds. They were initially seen separately before eventually returning to a white van.

Police have established that the vehicle was a rental and the two men were subsequently identified as international photographers working for a known European press agency. Both were reportedly carrying backpacks during the incident.

The situation is particularly sensitive because the school is attended by children from a number of families, including American families connected to a nearby US military installation at an RAF base.

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King Charles Made Prince Harry And Meghan’s Position In The UK Very Clear

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The paparazzi incident comes after Harry and Meghan pushed back on a letter sent out by King Charles in which the couple was described as “private citizens,” with insiders noting that they would have preferred the term “public figures” due to their status and philanthropic endeavors.

The monarch clarified Harry and Meghan’s position upon their return to the UK, affirming that the couple will remain outside the working monarchy.

Speaking to Fox News, royal expert Helena Chard stressed that the letter indicated that Charles had “drawn a line in the sand” with the Sussexes, and that there is nothing left to talk about when it comes to their position in the royal family.

“King Charles’ narrative is decisive as he draws a line in the sand — nothing new here, no more discussion required,” Chard said, adding that Harry “lacks power to amend and dictate the monarch’s statement,” despite being his son.

She also pointed out that Harry’s elder brother Prince William and his wife Kate Middleton are the future king and queen, and they officially speak for the Crown alongside Charles and his queen Camilla.

The King’s Letter Shocked The Sussexes

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The timing of the correspondence bothered Harry and Meghan, who were revealed by a spokesperson for the couple to be “a little surprised not to have been told about this in advance.”

According to People Magazine, the Sussexes tried to get clarifications upon receiving the letter but were informed shortly after that it had already been distributed to the media.

The couple was not particularly happy with the way the palace went about communicating its message in part because it happened close to Harry hearing back on the reinstatement of taxpayer-funded security for him and his family.

The letter sent out on September 7 asserted that the duke and duchess’ position is “akin to private citizens with commercial and charitable interests.” The pair were expected to conduct their charitable work without connection to the sovereign.

It also stated that “Any operational security issues should continue to be directed to the relevant Police authorities.”

Chard described the development as a “reality check” for the Sussexes, arguing that the couple returned to Britain “seemingly” wanting to “continue as if they were still working royals.”

The royal broadcaster compared Harry and Meghan being “caught off guard” to years of the royal family being taken by surprise by Harry’s “Spare” memoir, their Netflix documentaries, and the famous Oprah interview.

Prince Harry And Meghan’s UK Return Necessitated Clarification

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The palace attempted to remove any confusion about the Sussexes’ return from a six-year stay in the United States and its impact on royal family dynamics.

The sudden move prompted renewed speculation about Harry’s relationship with his family, especially with his father.

A majority of people reportedly wondered if the prince was returning to the royal fold, creating an “air of confusion,” according to Chard.

However, that would not be the case because, as earlier conveyed, neither the duke nor the duchess of Sussex is being reinstated as working royals.

Nevertheless, Harry has continued to maintain a public profile through his charitable works, which include his Invictus Games.

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