Cancellation of engagement at Arsenal Football Stadium

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THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT IS ISSUED BY THE PRESS SECRETARY TO THE QUEEN

 

Her Majesty The Queen has reluctantly agreed to cancel a visit to Arsenal Football Stadium today due to a strained muscle in her back.

Doctors have advised Her Majesty to reduce her workload today and will review her progress on a daily basis.

The strained muscle was sustained at the end of the Balmoral period, and has not improved during a busy two weeks of engagements.

The Duke of Edinburgh will still attend the Arsenal engagement. The Queen will undertake today's programme of Audiences at Buckingham Palace.

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