A touching floral tribute lay at the foot of the Southport War Memorial this afternoon, as a poignant symbol of the passing of His Royal Highness Prince Philip on Friday.
The Duke of Edinburgh was born in Corfu, Greece in 1921, marrying the Queen in 1947, having four children, eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He was 99 years old.
Damien Moore MP said: “My thoughts are with HM The Queen and the Royal Family following the death of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. His Royal Highness was dedicated to duty and the service of our country. I will convey to Buckingham Palace my condolences and those of my constituents.”
A sign posted to the Town Hall noticeboard confirmed flags will be flown at half mast.
Mayor of Sefton, Cllr June Burns said: “Sefton Council sends its deepest condolences to Her Majesty The Queen following the passing of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
“We can remember the Duke of Edinburgh fondly and look back at the many occasions he visited our wonderful borough with Her Majesty The Queen. From their early visits to Bootle and Crosby in October 1954, to a stop off in Southport and Altcar Training Camp in 1985; I’m sure so many people will remember these visits to Sefton with great fondness and contentment.
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