Prince Harry's application to be a witness in the phone hacking trial against Mirror Group Newspapers was rejected by Judge Justin Baker on June 14, 2023.
Harry had applied to be a witness in the case, alleging that he was also a victim of phone hacking by the Mirror Group. However, Judge Baker ruled that Harry's evidence was not relevant to the case, as it was not alleged that he had been hacked by the Mirror Group.
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Harry's lawyers had argued that his evidence was relevant, as it would help to show that phone hacking was widespread in the British media. However, Judge Baker ruled that Harry's evidence was not necessary to prove this point.
The decision to reject Harry's application was met with disappointment by some, who argued that it was a missed opportunity to hear from a high-profile victim of phone hacking. However, others welcomed the decision, arguing that it was the right thing to do, as Harry's evidence was not relevant to the case.
The phone hacking trial against Mirror Group Newspapers is ongoing, and it is not yet clear when it will conclude.