The people of Wiltshire have also been invited to share their thoughts of the Duke of Edinburgh in an online book of condolences.
The Union flag will fly at half-mast on all Wiltshire Council buildings as a mark of respect following the death of Prince Philip today (April 9).
Cllr Whitehead, leader of the council, said: "People can write down their memories and thoughts in our online book of condolence.
“This will give people a place to say in their own words how Prince Philip touched their lives and to offer thoughts and prayers to his family at this difficult time."
To sign the book of condolences, please click here.
HM Lord-Lieutenant of Wiltshire, Sarah Rose Troughton said: "As HM Lord-Lieutenant and on behalf of the people of Wiltshire and Swindon, I would like to send heartfelt condolences and prayers to (Her Majesty The Queen and) His Royal Highness's immediate family.
We are saddened to hear of the death of HRH Prince Philip The Duke of Edinburgh and our thoughts are with Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family at this sad time. We have opened an online book of condolence for people to share their thoughtshttps://t.co/4zJUJYSaHM pic.twitter.com/poZ5wDEf1V
— Wiltshire Council #WiltshireTogether (@wiltscouncil) April 9, 2021
"We last had the pleasure of HRH's company at the Order of St John Care Trust's Haywood Care Centre in Devizes and the opening of the Prince Philip Barracks at REME Lyneham Garrison.
"His Royal Highness will be much missed and will be remembered with the greatest affection and respect."
Cllr Whitehead added: “Our thoughts are with Her Majesty and the Royal Family at this very difficult time.
"I'm sure he enjoyed his visits to Wiltshire and I know people in the county will want to join me in sending condolences to his family."
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