Prince Charles has been
named the patron of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, following in
the footsteps of his late father Prince Philip.
The Duke of Edinburgh held the
title for 66 years after first receiving the honour in 1954.
President of the RCSEd,
Michael Griffin, said it is a “privilege” to welcome Charles, who is
known as the Duke of Rothesay in Scotland, as its new patron.
He enthused: “It is a
privilege to welcome HRH The Duke of Rothesay as Patron of the Royal College of
Surgeons of Edinburgh.
“The Duke of Edinburgh
played a very significant part in the College’s history during His Royal
Highness’ 66 years as Patron, which we recognized in 2015 by constructing the
Prince Philip Building.
“The Duke’s engagement
with Fellows and officers at the opening of the building was extraordinary, and
throughout his patronage His Royal Highness took great interest in the surgical
profession and its advancement of patient care.
“We very much look
forward to working with The Duke of Rothesay.”
The RCSEd is one of the oldest
surgical corporations in the world and awarded Philip with an honorary
fellowship in 1955.
Charles and other members of
the royal family will be in Edinburgh this week to attend Holyrood Week – known
as Royal Week – which takes place each summer.
Last week, Charles and
Duchess Camilla were in Rwanda for the Commonwealth Heads of Government
Meeting and delighted royal fans as their visit drew to a close.
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Charles is set to spend time in Edinburgh this week
Taking to Instagram on Sunday,
the pair delighted fans with glamorous snaps from a special dinner they
hosted for the leaders of the Commonwealth.
One snap captured the stunning
sapphire blue gown worn by the Duchess who was wearing her Garter Star
alongside Prince Charles, who like his wife, donned the important badge.
One fan wrote: “The
Duchess looked stunning last night. The Garter Star suits her perfectly,”
said one fan.
A second replied: “I’m
really proud of Camilla, she seems to have stepped up to the role just
right!!” A third added: “Camilla looks stunning in that cobalt blue
gown. One of her best evening wear looks so far!”
