Ulster Unionist Party Leader, Steve Aiken OBE MLA, said:
“It is with the greatest sadness that we heard the announcement of the passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Our thoughts and prayers are with Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family.
“This is an extremely sad day in the life of our nation which will be reflected in Northern Ireland. Prince Philip will be fondly remembered as someone who dedicated his life to service and was a constant companion by the side of Her Majesty The Queen.
“He demonstrated his bravery in the Royal Navy during the Second World War when he was mentioned in dispatches and he continued that life of service as consort to The Queen, to whom he was a source of immense strength and support. He will also be remembered for his charitable work and in particular for the transformative work of the Duke of Edinburgh Awards Scheme which had such a positive impact on so many young people`s lives across the United Kingdom and beyond.
“He will be sadly missed.”
Ulster Unionist Party Chair, Danny Kennedy, said:
“Prince Philip led a remarkable life of dedication and public service and was always there as a stalwart of support for The Queen and our country. The nation will mourn with Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family at this time of sorrow. The people of Northern Ireland will fondly remember the many visits from Prince Philip and the obvious love that he had for this part of the United Kingdom.”