Chief Minister, Howard Quayle MHK, has paid tribute to HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, who passed away today aged 99.
In a statement, the Chief Minister says:
"It was with great sadness that I learned of the death of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh.
"Throughout his life the Duke of Edinburgh had a profound impact on national life, including here in the Isle of Man, not least through the Duke of Edinburgh Awards.
"His Royal Highness visited the Island on a number of occasions and many in our community will have fond memories of meeting him.
"On behalf of the Isle of Man Government I extend my sincerest condolences to Her Majesty The Queen and to the whole of the Royal Family."
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