The Duke of Edinburgh has been admitted to hospital in London for observations.
The 98-year-old travelled from Sandringham this morning to the King Edward VII Hospital in London.
Prince Philip’s admission is related to a pre-existing condition which he is receiving treatment for.
His Royal Highness has been admitted to hospital as a precautionary measure on the advice of his doctor.
The Duke of Edinburgh’s hospital admission should not be a cause for concern.
It is expected that the Duke will remain in hospital for a few days.
His admission was planned by Buckingham Palace and he was not transferred to London by ambulance.
His wife, The Queen, travelled to Sandringham this morning as planned for the Christmas festivities.
