But in the end the prince opted not to see his father despite being a stone's throw from the royal residences in the capital. Sources in Harry's camp say he had notified his father of an intent to see him during the trip. However, those within the King's circles insist that there was no notification given by the Duke ahead of time despite the request for lodgings. Royal protocols reportedly require the Duke to give 28 days' warning to the King and the Home Office to request security. But royal sources maintain no request was ever received from Harry's camp to see his father.
