9 April 2021
HRH The Duke of Edinburgh

“I am very saddened to learn of the death of HRH the Duke of Edinburgh today.

“The Duke of Edinburgh has been at HM the Queen's side for the whole of my life and has devoted his entire adult life to the service of our country and the Commonwealth, both in the Royal Navy in the Second World War and as consort to the Queen.

“He had a very direct impact on so many young people through his inspired leadership of the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme and on the world through his long-term support of the World Wildlife Fund.

“On the few occasions when I had the privilege to meet him he was generous and entertaining.

“My thoughts and prayers are with the Queen and her family.”