Can Prince Harry’s memoirs be stopped? Palace aides discuss whether they can block his new book

On Oct 1, 2022

Palace aides have been discussing ways to stop Prince Harry publishing his memoirs.

There is said to be deep concern that the book will contain damaging revelations despite suggestions that he is seeking to tone it down.

It is part of a presidential- style strategy launched by aides that will focus on the crucial first 100 days of the reign.

A friend of the King said: ‘The question inside the Palace is: “Can the book be stopped?” It may be that even Harry can’t stop it at this stage but the feeling at the very top is that there’s no good that can come of airing grievances in public.’

Lawyers to the Royal Family at the firm Harbottle and Lewis are expected to be on standby to read the book when it comes out.

It is part of a presidential- style strategy launched by aides that will focus on the crucial first 100 days of the reign

There is said to be deep concern that the book will contain damaging revelations despite suggestions that he is seeking to tone it down

But it is highly unlikely the King would wage a legal battle against Harry, whose £36 million deal with Penguin Random House may mean he is unable to stop it. It comes at an important time in the King’s reign

A Palace source said: ‘His Majesty will build on the points he has expressed to the nation: now that the period of mourning is over, he will support diversity, promote community spirit and protect the space for those with faith and those without.

‘He is mindful that, as King, his interests and passions will continue but that… some of his previous commitments will now continue in the trusted hands of others.’