Passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen has announced the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle.

The Royal Family join with people around the world in mourning his loss.

Further announcements will be made in due course. Visit https://www.royal.uk/announcement-death-duke-edinburgh to read the announcement in full.

The thoughts of everyone at Ashfield District Council are with Her Majesty The Queen, the Royal Family and everyone who knew His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, at this incredibly sad time.