Minister’s tribute

The minister of the church used by the royal family when staying at Balmoral voiced the community’s sadness at the Duke of Edinburgh’s death.

Reverend Kenneth MacKenzie, the minister of the Parish of Braemar and Crathie, said Philip was well-liked and “part of this place”.

He said: “I think up here there are lots of people who have had the opportunity over the years to see the Duke around and he’s so much part of this place.

“Everyone will remember him with respect but also a degree of affection.”