Mayor’s condolences on the death of Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh

The Mayor of Bury, Councillor Tim Pickstone, has issued a message of condolence on behalf of Bury on the death of Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh.

“I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh and I know that my sadness will be shared across Bury,” he said.

“Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh gave a lifetime of service to the people of the country.

“Our borough flags will be flown at half-mast and online books of condolence opened for the Bury community to visit and share their feelings at this sad time.

“There will be opportunities in the near future for the people of our borough to remember His Royal Highness Prince Philip and offer comfort to one another. For now, my thoughts are with all those who are deeply affected by His Royal Highness Prince Philip’s sad passing.”

The online book of condolence will be opened shortly, and further announcements will be made in due course. More: https://www.royal.uk/

ENDS

Press release issued: 9 April 2021.