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Watch: Prince William says he’ll carry on wildlife fight for the Queen

Prince William on Tuesday paid an emotional tribute to his “much-missed” grandmother in his first speech as Prince of Wales — with a pledge to “honour” her by continuing the fight to protect wildlife.

William, who was given his new title by his father following the Queen’s death last month aged 96, told the United for Wildlife global summit at the Science Museum that she “cared so much for the natural world”.

In a powerful address this afternoon, the new heir to the throne said: “In times of loss, it is a comfort to honour those we miss through the work we do.

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