Queen Elizabeth II is apparently furious over Prince Philip's death rumours on the social sites last week. Minutes after the news went viral, the Buckingham Palace was bombarded with phone calls and messages. A panicked Queen, who is currently holidaying in Balmoral, Scotland, even held a 10-minute phone conversation with her husband, who is currently recovering after a hip surgery.
A report on The Sun stated, "The Queen is absolutely fuming over this and thinks it's disgraceful. They both agreed there was little they could do but they are very, very annoyed." The 97-year old Duke retired from official royal duties on August 2, 2017. He was one of the most active royal members with 22,219 solo engagements to his kitty.
So what exactly happens when Prince Philip dies? First, the news will be announced to the world via BBC and flags will be half-mast. The PM will announce a national mourning cancelling all important public events and activities. The Queen will hold an 8-day Royal Mourning period during which all state affairs will be put on hold. After the funeral, she will resume duties inside the royal palace. However, she can return to public life only after 30 days.
The Duke's body will be kept at St James's Palace until the funeral arrangements are made but the public will not be allowed to view or pay last respects. The funeral will take place with full state honours lead by the Royal Navy and military at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle. And finally, he will be laid to rest at their private Frogmore Gardens in Windsor Castle. The place is considered as the couple's favourite spot.
Amidst all these, the departure of Philip will not bring any changes to the order in line for the monarch. After the Queen, Prince Charles will take over the position followed by Prince William, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis, and finally, Prince Harry.
