King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima and
Princess Beatrix of the Netherlands have sent their condolences
upon the death of Prince Philip. Their message reads, “It is with
great respect that we remember His Royal Highness Prince Philip.
Throughout his long life, he committed himself with dedication to
the British people and to his many duties and responsibilities. His
lively personality never…
Buckingham Palace and Downing Street finalising arrangements for Prince Philip's 'no fuss' funeral
9th April 2021
Buckingham Palace and Downing Street are
in talks this afternoon to decide on the fine details ahead the
Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral. Although most plans will already be in
place, the Royal Household and Number 10 will need to confirm
important details, including what…
The Leader of the Opposition on Prince Philip: ''Britain has lost an extraordinary public servant''
9th April 2021
The Leader of the Opposition, Sir Keir
Starmer, has described The Duke of Edinburgh as ” an extraordinary
public servant” as he joined tributes to Prince Philip who has died
at the age of 99. In a statement issued just minutes after
Buckingham Palace announced The…
Earlier today, Buckingham Palace
announced the death of Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh. His
titles now automatically pass to his heir, but who is that? On 19
November 1947, the day before his wedding to Princess Elizabeth,
his father-in-law King George VI bestowed by Letters
Patent the style His Royal Highness on Philip,
and on the morning of the wedding, 20 November 1947, further…
The Archbishop of Canterbury has praised
the ”enormous” legacy of the Duke of Edinburgh as he paid tribute
following news of Prince Philip’s death at the age of 99. Justin
Welby described The Duke as a great example to many, highlighting
his service in World War Two…
The Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has
hailed The Duke of Edinburgh for his steadfast service to the
United Kingdom and to The Queen as he led tributes following news
of Prince Philip’s death. Speaking outside 10 Downing Street, just
minutes after Buckingham Palace…
King Carl XVI Gustaf pays tribute to Prince Philip: "His service to his country will remain an inspiration to us all"
9th April 2021
King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden has paid
tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh today after the Duke’s death at
Windsor Castle. The King said, “His service to his country will
remain an inspiration to us all.” In his full condolence message to
Queen Elizabeth, the King of Sweden remarked: “The Queen and I were
deeply saddened to learn of the death of His Royal Highness The
Duke of…
King Harald of Norway has sent his
condolences to Queen Elizabeth II following the death of the Duke
of Edinburgh today at the age of 99. The King of Norway said: “Our
thoughts are with Queen Elizabeth and the rest of her family. We
also send our condolences to the…
While a key figure in the British Royal
Family, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, was first known as Prince
Philip of Greece and Denmark. Born into the Greek and Danish royal
families, Philip was born on Corfu, Greece, on 10 June 1921 to
Princess Alice and Prince Andrew of…
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, has
died at the age of 99, Buckingham Palace has just announced.
He was due to celebrate his 100th birthday this June. The Queen’s
husband was admitted to King Edward’s VII Hospital in mid-February
in what was described as a precautionary admission. On March 1, the
Duke was transferred to St Bartholomew’s Hospital where he
underwent treatment for…
