Settlement between Prince Harry, British Lawmaker, and Rupert Murdoch's British Tabloids
Prince Harry and a senior British lawmaker settled with Rupert Murdoch's British tabloids after years of legal battles, receiving full apologies for privacy invasions and coverups. News UK admitted to phone hacking, surveillance, and misuse of private information by journalists and private investigators. The settlement included an eight-figure payment to Harry and the lawmaker, covering damages and legal fees. This settlement came just before a trial was set to begin, similar to Murdoch's previous settlement in a defamation suit against Fox News.
Key Points
- News UK admitted to phone hacking, surveillance, and misuse of private information
- An eight-figure payment was made to Prince Harry and the lawmaker as part of the settlement
- The settlement was announced just before the trial was scheduled to begin
Pros
- Full and unequivocal apology from News UK to Prince Harry and the lawmaker
- Acknowledgment of illegal privacy intrusions and coverups by Murdoch's tabloids
Cons
- Years of legal battles and resistance before the settlement was reached