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The Queen has released a statement on
the occasion of her 95th birthday in which she said her family is
“deeply touched” by all of the warm messages they have received in
the wake of Prince Philip’s death.
The monarch, who is marking her
birthday with muted celebrations at Windsor, said that she
continues to be reminded of the extraordinary impact Prince Philip
has had on countless people.
In full, The Queen said: “I have,
on the occasion of my 95th birthday today, received many messages
of good wishes, which I very much appreciate.
“While as a family we are in a
great period of sadness, it has been a comfort to us all to see and
hear the tributes paid to my husband, from those within the United
Kingdom, the Commonwealth and around the world.
“My family and I would like to
thank you for tall the support and kindness shown to us in recent
days.
“We have been deeply touched, and
continue to be reminded that Philip had such an extraordinary
impact on countess people throughout his life.”
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh,
died peacefully at Windsor Castle on April 9.
Eight days later, his funeral service
took place at St George’s Chapel where he was laid to rest in the
Royal Vault.
The Queen and Prince Philip had been
married for 73 years, with the Duke being the longest serving
consort in history.
Charlie Proctor has been a royal
correspondent for over a decade, and has provided his expertise to
countless organisations, including the BBC, CBC, and national and
international publications.
