The two royals are photographed as they are rarely seen, enjoying the stunning scenery of Scottish Highlands
Philip and the Queen relax on grass at Coyles of Muick, a beauty spot near the town of Ballater, Aberdeenshire
The Duke lies back on a rug, propping himself up on his elbow and has jauntily placed his hat on his right knee
Beaming at the Sophie, Countess of Wessex - who took the photograph in 2003 - the Queen also sits on a rug
Queen Elizabeth issues first solo statement
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Queen Elizabeth has issued her first solo statement since the death of Prince Philip.
The British monarch tragically lost her husband last week at the age of 99 and following his passing, the Queen has issued her first statement in support of the people of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, where the community has been displaced by volcanic disruptions across the islands.
In the official statement, the Queen shared: I have been saddened by the destruction and major disruption caused by volcanic eruptions in recent days, and my thoughts are with the many people and families who have been evacuated from their homes, and whose livelihoods have been affected. I send my thanks to the emergency services and all those involved in the relief effort. My prayers will remain with the people of St. Vincent and the Grenadines at this very difficult time.
The Queen releases first solo royal statement since Prince Philip s death
16 Apr, 2021 08:38 PM
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Prince Philip has passed away at the age of 99, after battling health problems for the last few years.
Prince Philip has passed away at the age of 99, after battling health problems for the last few years.
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The British monarch lost her husband last week at the age of 99.
The Queen has issued her first statement in support of the people of St Vincent and the Grenadines, where the community has been displaced by volcanic disruptions across the islands.
In the official statement, the Queen shared: I have been saddened by the destruction and major disruption caused by volcanic eruptions in recent days, and my thoughts are with the many people and families who have been evacuated from their homes, and whose livelihoods have been affected. I send my thanks to the emergency services and all those involved in the relief effort. My prayers will remain with th
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Queen Elizabeth returns to royal duties after death of Prince Philip The royal family is observing two weeks of mourning for Philip, however, according to the palace, family members will “undertake engagements appropriate to the circumstances” during the mourning period.
Soldiers from the Welsh Guards bow their heads as they rehearse for Britain s Prince Philip s funeral on the Drill Square at the Army Training Centre Pirbright in Woking, Surrey, England Wednesday April 14, 2021. (Victoria Jones/PA via AP)
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Queen Elizabeth II has returned to royal duties, four days after the death of her husband, Prince Philip, as preparations stepped up on Wednesday (Apr 14) for his ceremonial funeral on the weekend.
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Earl Peel.
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