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Prince Philip

The Duke of Edinburgh has died at the age of 99

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 a pre-existing heart condition.

A Buckingham Palace spokesperson said: “It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen announces the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. 

“His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle.

“Further announcements will be made in due course. “

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 announced that the news of Philip’s death, Mr Johnson said ”we remember the Duke…above all for his steadfast support for Her Majesty the Queen. Not just as her consort, by her side every day of her reign, but as her husband – her strength and stay of more than 70 years.”