Prince Philip, 98, has issued a heartfelt statement amid the coronavirus crisis. The Duke of Edinburgh is spending lockdown at Windsor Castle with the Queen. While he retired from royal life in 2017 he has returned to public duty to issue a moving statement to those working hard to find a cure for coronavirus during these exceptional times.

Prince Philip’s statement in full

The Duke of Edinburgh said: “As we approach World Immunisation Week, I wanted to recognise the vital and urgent work being done by so many to tackle the pandemic; by those in the medical and scientific professions, at universities and research institutions, all united in working to protect us from Covid-19.

“On behalf of those of us who remain safe and at home, I also wanted to thank all key workers who ensure the infrastructure of our life continues; the staff and volunteers working on food production and distribution, those keeping postal and delivery services going, and those ensuring the rubbish continues to be collected.”

Prince Philip’s morale-boosting statement echoed the many messages of thanks the Royal Family have sent to key workers throughout the crisis.

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