Prince Harry Accuses Murdoch of Tabloid Phone Hacking Cover-Up in Court Battle
March 20, 2024
Prince Harry's lawyer accused Rupert Murdoch and other executives of covering up illegal snooping by British tabloids during a high court hearing in London.
The defense argued against the proposed changes to Prince Harry's lawsuit, labeling them a campaign against the tabloid press rather than necessary amendments.
Prince Harry has multiple lawsuits against British tabloids, alleging illegal activities by journalists and private investigators, marking a conflict with the royal family.
A significant legal win for Prince Harry included a judge's ruling on 'widespread and habitual' phone hacking at Mirror Group Newspapers.
Prince Harry's ongoing legal battle includes a case against the Daily Mail's owner and two other lawsuits, all three of which allege illegal actions by the press.
Despite defense efforts to dismiss the lawsuit, it has been permitted to proceed to trial.
News Group Newspapers, involved in the scandal, has settled over 1,300 claims related to its publications, though The Sun has not admitted any liability.
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The Guardian • Mar 20, 2024
Rupert Murdoch turned ‘blind eye’ to wrongdoing, Prince Harry lawyers allege
The Independent • Mar 20, 2024
Prince Harry lawyers accuse Rupert Murdoch of hard drive cover-up in phone hacking scandal
