Professor Caroline Hiscox's statement on the death of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

Published: 09/04/2021 15:15

NHS Grampian chief executive, Professor Caroline Hiscox has issued the following statement:

"It is with great sorrow that we have learned of the death of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh.

"On behalf of our staff and patients, we’d like to extend our heartfelt sympathy and condolences to Her Majesty the Queen and the Royal Family.

“At this time, in addition to sharing a profound sense of loss, many of us are also recalling with fondness the times we have welcomed His Royal Highness to our sites.

“We are honoured to have received such support from him and will treasure those memories with renewed warmth and affection as we join the nation in mourning over the days to come.”