Scott Morrison sends Australia’s ‘deepest sympathies’ after the death of Prince Philip

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has paid tribute to Prince Philip’s life of “duty and of service” and extended the sympathies of Australia to Queen Elizabeth.

“On behalf of the Australian people, and the Australian government, I extend our deepest sympathies and condolences to Her Majesty and the royal family to the passing of the Royal Highness, the Duke of Edinburgh,” the Prime Minister said.

“The Duke’s life was one of the duty and of service, of loyalty and honour. Memories of him will of course tell stories of his candour, and a unique and forceful and authentic personality. But above all, he was a man who was steadfast, who could be relied upon, always standing by his Queen.”

Flags across the country are flying at half…