Statement by the Chair of the Council following the announcement of the death of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

Statement from Councillor James Bevan, Chair of Forest of Dean District Council

“It is with great sadness that we have learned of the death of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Our thoughts go to the Royal Family during this challenging time and on behalf of Forest of Dean District Council we would like to offer our deepest sympathies.”

As a mark of respect we will be flying the Union Flag at half-mast at our Coleford Offices.