6/20/2023 0 Comments Lords mobile hack 2019This could be done remotely, and all it required was knowing someone's mobile number. Phone hacking involved intercepting private voicemail messages on another person's device. The prince launched the case back in 2019, but it is only now coming to court. While 148 articles were initially flagged to the court by Harry's team, only around 33 articles will be considered at trial. They say his family and friends - including King Charles and late TV presenter Caroline Flack - were also illegally targeted. Lawyers for the claimants say Harry's case relates to a number of articles published between 19 including information that was allegedly obtained through unlawful means, such as phone hacking. Other claimants selected for the trial are former Coronation Street stars Michael Le Vell and Nikki Sanderson, comedian Paul Whitehouse's ex-wife Fiona Wightman and model Paul Sculfor.ĭavid Sherborne is the lawyer representing Prince Harry.Ĭlick to subscribe to the Sky News Daily wherever you get your podcasts The 38-year-old royal is bringing the action along with others including former Girls Aloud bandmate Cheryl, actor Ricky Tomlinson, ex-footballer and TV presenter Ian Wright and the estate of the late singer George Michael. While Prince Harry is one of the key players, as a group litigation he is not the only claimant. His appearance in the witness box will make him the first senior royal to give evidence in a courtroom since the 19th Century. Prince Harry, who will be cross-examined over the allegations, is expected to be critical of ex-Daily Mirror editor Morgan, who led the paper from 1995 to 2004. The Honourable Mr Justice Fancourt is the judge presiding over the case. The Duke of Sussex v Mirror Group Newspapers will take place at the High Court in London and is set to last for six or seven weeks. Image: Michael Le Vell plays Kevin Webster in Coronation Street
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