Flags fly at half-mast in Cornwall and Devon in tribute to Prince Philip
Truro Cathedral has opened an online book of condolence and one of its bells will toll 99 times at lunchtime on Saturday (10th April)
Last updated 10th Apr 2021
Flags across Cornwall and Devon are being flown at half mast after the death of Prince Philip.
The mark of respect will be happening at police headquarters in Exeter and Bodmin, as well as stations in Camborne, Truro, Launceston, and Plymouth.
Devon and Cornwall Police is among many organisations paying tribute to the Duke, who passed away on Friday (9th April) at the age of 99.
The force has issued a statement expressing its "deepest sympathies" to Prince Philip's friends and family.
“Devon and Cornwall Police are saddened to learn of the death of HRH Prince Philip.
“I would like to express our deepest sympathies to the friends and family of Prince Philip.
“I also wish to express our condolences with members of the public at this time of national mourning.
“We will be flying our flag at half-mast as a mark of respect across various stations in Devon, Cornwall and Plymouth.
“Memorial plans will be announced by local councils and we ask the public to visit local authority websites for further information".
Chief Constable of Devon and Cornwall Police, Shaun Sawyer
Truro Cathedral has opened an online book of condolence and at 12pm on Saturday (10 April) one of the bells will toll 99 times.
"It is with great sadness that we learn of the death of HRH the Duke of Edinburgh, who, over the last seventy years has provided unerring and wonderfully dutiful support for Her Majesty the Queen. His commitment to public service has been unparalleled. We join the rest of the nation in sending our sympathy and condolences to Her Majesty and the Royal Family.
"The Dean of Truro, the Very Revd Roger Bush has said that 'the death of Prince Philip brings into focus a life of extraordinary service, not only as a devoted and loyal consort to Her Majesty the Queen, but also for his commitment to the World Wildlife Fund and to young people with the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme. We owe him an enormous debt of gratitude and appreciation for a life of service and dedication'.
"May he rest in peace and rise in glory".
Truro Cathedral
There will be no physical book of remembrance due to Covid restrictions, however its online book of condolence can be found here: Truro Cathedral book of condolence for Prince Philip
Cornwall Council has also opened an online book of condolence, after paying its own tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh.
"It is with great sadness that we have today learned of the death of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh. Throughout his life he was a truly remarkable and much respected consort to Her Majesty The Queen. He selflessly gave her support, stability and comfort through times of enormous social change.
"I would like to pay tribute to his life of duty and public service. He touched the lives of so many people of all generations and will be greatly missed by the Royal Family and a grateful nation.
"I will convey our deepest sympathies and condolences to the Royal Family on their great loss".
Chairman of Cornwall Council, Hilary Frank
Due to coronavirus restrictions, the council is offering the people of Cornwall the opportunity to submit messages of condolence by email to lieutenancy@cornwall.gov.uk
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