Buckingham Palace has announced that Prince Philip, 95‑year‑old husband of Britain's Queen Elizabeth II, is to step down from public life.
A palace statement says that the prince, who has been at the Queen's side for her 65‑year reign, will stop accepting invitations for public engagements from September.
Prince Philip will attend previously scheduled engagements between now and August, both individually and accompanying The Queen
The Queen, who is 91 and has gradually scaled back her public appearances in recent years and will continue to carry out her duties supported by other members of the royal family.
Source: CNN
