A statement from The Princess Royal
Published
I was fortunate to share the last 24 hours of my dearest Mother’s life. It has been an honour and a privilege to accompany her on her final journeys. Witnessing the love and respect shown by so many on these journeys has been both humbling and uplifting.
I was fortunate to share the last 24 hours of my dearest Mother’s life. It has been an honour and a privilege to accompany her on her final journeys. Witnessing the love and respect shown by so many on these journeys has been both humbling and uplifting.
We will all share unique memories. I offer my thanks to each and every one who share our sense of loss.
We may have been reminded how much of her presence and contribution to our national identity we took for granted. I am also so grateful for the support and understanding offered to my dear brother Charles as he accepts the added responsibilities of The Monarch.
To my mother, The Queen, thank you.
Related content

A speech by The Queen in celebration of the 30th anniversary of The Women's Prize for Fiction, Bedford Square
Careers have been launched, bestsellers have flown off the shelves into the hands and hearts of the public, and each year you distribute 3,000 books to people in need. And you...









The Speech from the Throne, delivered by His Majesty The King, to open the first session of the 45th Parliament of Canada
Honourable Senators, Members of the House of Commons, It is with a sense of deep pride and pleasure that my wife and I join you here today, as we witness Canadians coming...

A message from The King following the terrible incident in Liverpool
I know that the strength of community spirit for which your city is renowned will be a comfort and support to those in need.

Further details of The King and Queen's forthcoming visit to Canada




State Visit by The President of the French Republic and Mrs Brigitte Macron
Remarks by His Majesty The King at the Presentation of Union Standards to The Household Cavalry, Windsor Castle
Even while you perpetually produce the highest standards of ceremonial magnificence, you remain at the same time a most impressive array of soldiers whose core role, and most...
A message from The King for the liberation 80 parade in Guernsey
My thoughts and prayers remain with you for your future happiness and the prosperity of your beloved Island.
A speech delivered by The King on the 80th Anniversary of VE Day
We unite to celebrate and remember with an unwavering and heartfelt gratitude, the service and sacrifice of the wartime generation who made that hard-fought victory possible.








A message from The King in recognition of community-based cancer support groups
The darkest moments of illness can be illuminated by the greatest compassion.

The King's message following the tragic events at the Lapu Lapu festival in Vancouver
Our hearts and prayers go out to all those whose lives have been shattered by such a desperate tragedy Both my wife and I were profoundly saddened to learn of the dreadful...

The King's message to Australian Veterans of the Second World War on Anzac Day 2025
The following message was sent to mark the 80th Anniversary year of the War’s end.
The King's message to New Zealand Veterans of the Second World War on Anzac Day 2025
The following message was sent to mark the 80th Anniversary year of the War’s end.