In a recent development at the High Court, Prince Harry has been awarded just £500 in compensation from MGN, according to the publisher’s lawyers.

MGN, the company behind titles such as The Mirror, Sunday Mirror, and Sunday People, is currently facing multiple lawsuits from prominent individuals who claim that the company engaged in lawful information gathering practices.

While MGN is contesting many of these claims, they have admitted to one instance of unlawful information gathering concerning Prince Harry in February 2004.

During the closing argument, Andrew Green, KC, representing MGN, argued for minimal compensation, stating that the single invoice naming Prince Harry suggests limited inquiries and should not overshadow the overall context of the case.

The defence emphasized that this isolated incident should not diminish the larger picture.

Earlier this month, Prince Harry appeared at the High Court, where he faced intense questioning regarding his involvement in the phone hacking case against MGN.

During the grilling, the Duke of Sussex appeared uncertain and responded with “I don’t know” 18 times.

He also admitted to not remembering certain details on nine occasions.

Prince Harry revealed that his decision to pursue legal action against tabloid newspapers was influenced by a chance encounter in France.

He met his current lawyer, David Sherborne, around 2018 while in France.

When asked about his initial concerns regarding potentially unlawful articles, Prince Harry clarified that he had never been shown any evidence of such activity.

He stated that all the information was contained within the palace and he was never presented with any proof.

Furthermore, Prince Harry discussed his conversations with lawyers, highlighting their primary objective of finding a way to stop the abuse and intrusion targeted at him and his wife without solely relying on the institution’s legal team.

His main focus was to protect his family from further harm.

The case against MGN and the testimonies provided have brought attention to the ongoing battle between celebrities and media outlets regarding privacy invasion and unethical practices.

With multiple high-profile individuals pursuing legal action against the publisher, the outcome of this lawsuit has the potential to set a precedent for future cases involving similar allegations.

As proceedings at the High Court come to a close, the decision regarding Prince Harry’s compensation now rests in the hands of the judge.

The ruling’s significance extends beyond financial aspects, as it will shape the legal landscape surrounding media ethics and accountability.

This case serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle between public figures and the media, highlighting the need for stricter regulations to protect individuals’ privacy rights.