British Prime Minister Boris Johnson paid tribute to Prince Philip.
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson had expressed his condolences following the death of Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh.
Speaking outside 10 Downing Street, Johnson said that Prince Philip had “earned the affection of generations” in the United Kingdom, across the Commonwealth, and around the world.
According to Johnson, Prince Philip helped to steer the royal family and the monarchy so that it remained an institution indisputably vital to the balance and happiness of their national life.
Johnson spoke of Prince Philip’s passion as an environmentalist and his Duke of Edinburgh awards scheme — a program he set up last 1956, which rewarded children and young people for achievements in community involvement and personal development.
Johnson ended his remarks by offering the nation’s condolences to Queen Elizabeth II and her royal family.
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Aside from Johnson, former British prime ministers David Cameron and Tony Blaire also paid respect to Prince Philip.
According to David Cameron, Prince Philip showed true dedication to theirr country, with his unstinting service stretching back to his courageous naval duty in World War 2.
Tony Blair said in a statement that the whole nation will be united in sadness at the passing of Prince Philip as he’ll naturally be “most recognised as a remarkable and steadfast support” to Queen Elizabeth II over so many years.
However, Blaire said that Prince Philip should also be remembered and celebrated in his own right as a man of determination, foresight, and courage.
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