Update on The Duke of Edinburgh's health

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His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh is progressing according to plans at this early stage. He is comfortable and in good spirits.

He will remain in hospital for up to two weeks, and it is expected he will then be taking a period of convalescence of approximately two months.

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