Councillor Katie Corrigan, Chairman of Durham County Council, has released a statement regarding the death of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh.
“We are greatly saddened to hear of the passing of His Royal Highness The Duke
of Edinburgh. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family at this sad time.
“Prince Phillip visited County Durham many times and I am sure all those he met
will have very fond memories of the time he spent here."
“Over the years, tens of thousands of young people from our area participated in
the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme and, for many, the absolute highlight was
meeting His Royal Highness to discuss their progress and celebrate all that he
helped them to achieve through the scheme."
“We know that many people will want to express their condolences at this sad time
but, due to coronavirus restrictions, we are unable to set up physical books of
condolence. However, an online book is available to sign via The Royal Family
website.”
People can leave tributes via the site at https://www.royal.uk/condolence
The Royal Family is asking that members of the public consider making a donation to a
charity instead of leaving floral tributes. More information is available
at https://www.royal.uk/donations .
Durham County Council is flying flags at half mast at the following buildings as a mark of
respect: County Hall, Durham Town Hall, Crook Civic Centre and the council offices at
Green Lane, Spennymoor.
Arrangements are currently being made to mark His Royal Highness The Duke of
Edinburgh’s passing in other ways. Further details of these will be released once
confirmed.
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