Prince Philip: Support for Queen 'can't be criticised' says expert

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Prince Philip will “be remembered for supporting the Queen”, a royal expert has claimed. UCL constitutional professor Bob Morris spoke to Express.co.uk about the late Duke of Edinburgh’s legacy. He focused specifically on the role he played as the monarch’s consort.

Mr Morris told Express.co.uk: “He’ll be remembered for supporting the Queen, but doing his own thing.

“That’s very difficult to achieve if you’re number two in the relationship.

“Maybe he chafed a bit at it as a young man.

“But no one could criticise him for his fidelity, and the way he supported the Queen.”

He continued: “You have to remember the Queen was only 26 when she ascended to the throne.

“That’s still very young.

“And he was, no doubt, useful in aiding her.

“He was the only one who could treat her as an equal.”

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The expert added: “That’s a very rare and priceless thing if you’re the Queen.

“He also carved out a number of roles for himself, which contributed to the public benefit and the public happiness.

“People mention the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme, which, of course, has seen millions of young people go through it since it was set up in 1956.”

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Buckingham Palace announced Philip’s death on April 9.

Just under two weeks later, he was buried on the Windsor estate.

The televised ceremony took place in St George’s Chapel.

Due to coronavirus laws, only 30 guests were allowed to attend in person.

The Queen was present, but sat alone to observe restrictions.

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