The loss of HRH Prince Phillip, the Duke of Edinburgh has saddened us all. His duty to the United Kingdom and his support and companionship to Her Majesty The Queen has been one of the constants that we have had in our country for many, many years. At a time when so many have lost loved ones – fathers, husbands, grandparents – we all understand and share the sadness that this loss will bring to the Royal Family. Our most sincere condolences go out to them at this sad time.

On behalf of Walsall Labour Group