# Earl Spencer comments on Harry and Meghan

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/earl-spencer-comments-on-harry-and-meghan
> Updated: 2026-09-27T17:51:53.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

Earl Spencer has drawn parallels between the media scrutiny faced by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle and the treatment of his late sister, Princess Diana. In a BBC interview, Spencer described the press coverage of the couple as having a “cancerous effect” on their lives.

Following these comments, Spencer advocated for the provision of taxpayer-funded police protection for Prince Harry upon his return to the United Kingdom. He cited concerns for the safety of the Duke of Sussex, referencing the “very, very avoidable circumstances” surrounding Princess Diana’s death.

The decision regarding state-funded security rests with the Executive Committee for the Protection of the Royal Family and Public Figures (Ravec), which is evaluating the family’s eligibility based on their UK residence. Prince Harry is currently awaiting a threat analysis from the Risk Management Board, as security concerns have already necessitated the family moving their children to a new school after only two days.

## Claims

- Earl Spencer supports providing taxpayer-funded security for Prince Harry. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Earl Spencer cited the avoidable circumstances of his sister Princess Diana's death as a reason for supporting security. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The Executive Committee for the Protection of the Royal Family and Public Figures (Ravec) is responsible for security decisions. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Prince Harry is awaiting the results of a threat analysis from the Risk Management Board. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The Duke and Duchess of Sussex moved their children to a new school after only two days due to security concerns. (corroborated by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-27: Earl Spencer advocates for taxpayer-funded security for Prince Harry

Earl Spencer is advocating for taxpayer-funded security for Prince Harry following his return to the UK, citing concerns for the Duke's safety and the precedent of Princess Diana's death.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/earl-spencer-advocates-for-taxpayer-funded-security-for-prince-harry

### 2026-09-20: Earl Spencer compares media treatment of Harry and Meghan to Princess Diana

Earl Spencer compares the media treatment of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to Princess Diana, expressing regret over his inability to prevent her controversial 1995 interview.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/earl-spencer-compares-media-treatment-of-harry-and-meghan-to-princess-diana-1

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