Privacy, defamation and royal drama: what do Prince Harry’s lawsuits reveal about the laws surrounding press intrusion?

This week, Dean Strang and Jonathan Goldberg KC turn their attention to a single, remarkably litigious royal: Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex. Drawing on seven different lawsuits Harry has launched since around 2018, they explore how his invasion of privacy and libel claims against the UK tabloids collide with a fast‑evolving law of privacy built by British judges over the last two decades.​ Dean and Jonathan break down the fundamentals of defamation and libel on both sides of the Atlantic, explain why the burden of proving truth falls on defendants in England, and contrast that with the higher bar public figures face in the United States. They also discuss Harry’s separate challenge to the British government over the withdrawal of his full security while in the UK, using that case to expose the knotty mix of human rights, public expenditure, and post‑royal status. Whether you come for the royal drama or the legal doctrine, this conversation offers a clear, vivid tour through the modern law of privacy and reputation. I Rest My Case with Jonathan Goldberg KC and Dean Strang is a Pixiu Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.