“We cannot imagine the feeling of loss Her Majesty is enduring but we trust she is comforted by the outpouring of affection for her devoted consort from Londoners.”
Navin Shah AM, Chair of the London Assembly, said:
“Our thoughts are with Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family, as they mourn the loss of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh, the longest-serving consort of a reigning British monarch.
“Although he was a jovial, outspoken and entertaining character, no one can dispute his devotion to Her Majesty, his family and his duty.
“We will all remember Prince Philip’s enthusiasm for sport and carriage driving, but it is the award scheme he founded in 1956 that bears his name, which will continue to impact millions of young lives. The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme for 14 to 24-year olds, will serve as a reminder to us all that there was much more to this man than he was often given credit for.
“We cannot imagine the feeling of loss Her Majesty is enduring but we trust she is comforted by the outpouring of affection for her devoted consort from Londoners.”
“God Save The Queen.”
Notes to editors
- Navin Shah AM, Chair of the London Assembly, is available for interview – see contact details below.
- As well as investigating issues that matter to Londoners, the London Assembly acts as a check and a balance on the Mayor.
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