[Mr Speaker in the Chair]
Business before Questions
Ninetieth Birthday of HRH the Duke of Edinburgh (Answer to Address)
The Vice-Chamberlain of the Household reported to the House, That Her Majesty, having been attended with its Address of 8 June, was pleased to receive the same very graciously and give the following Answer:
I have received your address concerning the ninetieth birthday of His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh. It gives me great pleasure to hear of the loyal affection and regard of the House, the nation and the Commonwealth on this special occasion, and I welcome your intention to send a message to His Royal Highness.