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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Holly Bancroft

Downing Street ‘offered to ease Covid rules for Prince Philip’s funeral but Queen declined’

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Downing Street offered to ease coronavirus restrictions for Prince Philip’s funeral, it has been reported.

The Queen is said to have refused because it would be unfair for her to have special treatment when others were also grieving for their loved ones in lockdown.

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