Harry says Government at 'rock bottom' and 'in bed with' tabloids in witness statement

“Our country is judged globally by the state of our press and our government – both of which I believe are at rock bottom,” the duke said in his 55-page witness statement connie_dimsdale reports

“Our country is judged globally by the state of our press and our government – both of which I believe are at rock bottom,” the duke said in his 55-page witness statement.

“Democracy fails when your press fails to scrutinise and hold the government accountable, and instead choose to get into bed with them so they can ensure the status quo.”38, is the first senior royal since the 19th century to face cross-examination in a witness box. He used the opportunity on the witness stand to criticise the Government in an unexpected move that breaks from the tradition of royals staying out of politics.

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