The government of Saint Lucia has extended condolences to Queen Elizabeth II, the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom, following the passing of Prince Philip. On Friday morning, the Royal Family announced that the 99-year-old Duke of Edinburgh had passed away peacefully.
“It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen has announced the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle,” The Royal Family stated. “Further announcements will be made in due course. Â The Royal Family join with people around the world in mourning his loss.”
In a subsequent statement Friday, the government of Saint Lucia paid tribute to Prince Philip and announced that the Saint Lucia flag will be flown at half-mast.
“On behalf of the Government and People of Saint Lucia, Prime Minister Honourable Allen Chastanet extended condolences to the entire Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom. Saint Lucia’s Governor General, His Excellency Sir Neville Cenac, has also expressed deepest condolences,” the statement read. “The Saint Lucia flag will be flown at half-mast today in memory of HRH Prince Philip.”
The government noted that Prince Philip has visited Saint Lucia on a number of occasions. “Most notably in 1966, Prince Philip accompanied his wife Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on a tour of the Caribbean which brought them to Saint Lucia. In 1985, Prince Philip again visited Saint Lucia and attended the official dedication ceremony of the Leon Hess Secondary School.”
It continued: “Saint Lucians have also benefitted from the Duke of Edinburgh Award programme which became one of The Duke’s most remarkable achievements as it empowered young people from all communities to build the skills, confidence, and resilience.
“May HRH Prince Philip rest in peace.”
