By Richard Spillett, Crime Correspondent For Mailonline
Published: 10:44 BST, 22 April 2019 | Updated: 10:44 BST, 22 April 2019
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Fears have been raised over the cost to the taxpayer of keeping Prince Harry and his wife Meghan safe during any 'secondment' to Africa.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are reportedly considering a 'sabbatical' overseas, possibly in Botswana or South Africa, to work on behalf of the Commonwealth and charity engagements.
The Government and the Palace will open talks about the scope of any role Harry takes up and who will pay for the costs of the trip.
But concerns have already been raised that keeping the royal couple and their new baby safe in Africa will put a strain on the royal protection budget of the Metropolitan Police.
Concerns have been raised over the cost of Harry and Meghan's muted move to Africa
Prince Harry has made known his love of Africa. He is pictured on a trip to South Africa in 2015. Meghan visited Rwanda in 2016
The cost of the SO14 unit who protect the Royal Family has been estimated at around £130million, although experts say looking after the Sussexes in Africa could cost an extra £1million.
That would include any extra pay for the officers sent to Africa with the couple, as well as their medical, insurance, travel and accommodation costs.
The secondment could take the form of a six-month trip, or
