Prince William is stony-faced as he arrives at Balmoral after jetting in with Andrew and Edward in dash to see the Queen
PRINCE William looked stony-faced as he arrived at Balmoral this afternoon after jetting in with his uncles Andrew and Edward in a dramatic dash to see the Queen.
The royals have all rushed to be by the 96-year-old monarch’s side after the Palace revealed doctors were “concerned” for her health.
Her Majesty, 96, is said to be “comfortable” in Balmoral where she remains under medical supervision.
The Duke of Cambridge, the Duke of York and the Earl and Countess of Wessex landed in Aberdeen this afternoon.
They jetted in from RAF Northolt in South Ruislip, west London.
Stoney-faced Prince William was then seen driving the royals to Balmoral where the Queen is resting.
The Duke of York was in the passenger seat, while the Earl and Countess of Wessex were sitting in the back.
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Charles’ helicopter was also seen landing on the grounds of Balmoral this morning.
Meghan Markle is not travelling to Balmoral with the Duke of Sussex, with Prince Harry making the trip by himself, sources have said.
It is understood Meghan will remain in London, but will not attend the WellChild awards.
The duchess could potentially join Harry in Scotland at a later date, the source said, following the change of plan.
Kate Middleton also remained in London and was seen picking up her children George, Charlotte and Louis from school while William jetted to Scotland.
Princess Anne, who was already in Scotland for various engagements, also joined the family.
Buckingham Palace today said the Queen was “comfortable” but doctors had become “concerned” for her health.
In a statement, the Palace said: “Following further evaluation this morning, The Queen’s doctors are concerned for Her Majesty’s health and have recommended she remain under medical supervision.
“The Queen remains comfortable at Balmoral.”
The announcement comes just two days after the Queen beamed while meeting new Prime Minister Liz Truss at Balmoral.
Holding a walking stick, Her Majesty smiled as she greeted the new PM for the traditional “kissing of the hands” ceremony.
The Queen has spent more time recently resting on doctor’s orders as she continues to suffer mobility issues.
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Ms Truss was among the first to wish Her Majesty well today after the formal appointment on Monday.
She said: “The whole country will be deeply concerned by the news from Buckingham Palace this lunchtime.
“My thoughts – and the thoughts of people across our United Kingdom – are with Her Majesty The Queen and her family at this time.”
Commons speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle also sent the Queen his best wishes as he interrupted today’s energy debate in Parliament.
It came amid hushed tones in the Commons – sparking speculation there had been an update on the Queen’s health.
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He said: “I know I speak on behalf of the entire House when I say that we send our best wishes to Her Majesty the Queen and that she and the royal family are in our thoughts and prayers at this moment.”
Sir Lindsay added: “If there is anything else, we will update the House accordingly.”