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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
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Zoe Forsey

Prince Harry's 'pathetic excuse' for skipping Philip service discussed by guests at abbey

Guests at the Duke of Edinburgh's memorial service were discussing Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's decision to skip the event, with the late royal's former protection officer describing their excuse for not attending as "nonsense".

Richard Griffin, who was responsible for the safety of both the Queen and Prince Philip for 14 years, was a guest at today's event but was disappointed the Duke and Duchess of Sussex decided against returning to the UK to pay their respects.

Harry has said he's unable to return to the UK due to safety concerns, which have become the subject of his latest legal battle - this time against the Home Office.

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