Tributes from across Devon and Cornwall after death of Prince Philip
Emergency services, charities and organisations from across the Duchy are among those paying their respects
Last updated 9th Apr 2021
Emergency services, charities and organisations across Cornwall have posted tributes, after the death of Prince Philip.
The Queen announced the news on Friday morning (9th April), saying her "beloved husband" passed away peacefully at Windsor Castle.
The Duke of Edinburgh was 99-years-old.
Buckingham Palace announce the death of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
His Royal Highness had a long-standing connection to the Duchy and Devon.
The Duke's service in the Royal Navy began in Dartmouth, he was patron of the RNLI and had visited the Royal Cornwall Show several times. In a tweet, they said: "His great service to the nation will long be remembered".
Tributes from Cornwall and Devon:
Lord Lieutenant of Cornwall, Edward Bolitho:
The Royal Cornwall Show:
The Royal Navy:
Devon and Cornwall Police:
Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service:
Devon and Cornwall Police Federation:
Cornwall Council:
Newquay RNLI:
University of Exeter:
Cornwall RFU:
Truro Cathedral:
We join the nation in paying our respects to Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, who has died at the age of 99.