Prince Philip’s visits to West Dunbartonshire have been recalled by the Lord-Lieutenant as local tributes were paid following his death.
The Duke of Edinburgh’s passing at Windsor Castle was announced by Buckingham Palace on Friday, marking the beginning of an eight-day period of national mourning.
The palace said in a statement today: “It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen announces 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. Further announcements will be made in due course. The Royal Family join with people around the world in mourning his loss.”
The prince who had recently been treated for a pre-existing heart condition and an infection, passed away two months before his 100th birthday.
He visited West Dunbartonshire in July 2012 when he accompanied the Queen on a UK tour to celebrate her Diamond Jubilee, meeting patients and staff at St Margaret’s Hospice in Clydebank.
On behalf of the Lieutenancy of Dunbartonshire, Lord-Lieutenant Jill Young MBE, said: “I would like to send my sincere and deepest condolences to Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal family on the death of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh. “His visits to our county have been many and varied over the years and along with a lifetime of dedication and selfless devotion and service to the crown and the country he leaves a legacy which is widely respected and deeply appreciated.”
West Dunbartonshire’s Provost, William Hendrie added: “We are extremely saddened to hear of the passing of HRH Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh.
“On behalf of the people of West Dunbartonshire, I send my condolences and deepest sympathies to Her Majesty the Queen and the rest of the Royal family.
“We will now mark his passing and honour his service to the nation by flying Union Jack flags at half mast.”
In line with national guidance, the Union flag will fly at half mast from council buildings.
Anyone wishing to leave a tribute to Prince Philip, can contribute to an online book of condolence on the council’s website.
The prince retired from his royal duties on August 2, 2017, aged 96, having completed more than 22,200 solo engagements since 1952.
He was the longest-serving consort of a reigning British monarch and the oldest ever male member of the British Royal family.
