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Royal Family Update: Queen Spotted Driving Jaguar After Prince Philip’s Funeral
The Queen made a public appearance today for the first time since Prince Philip's funeral, seen leaving her Windsor residence in a green Jaguar.
Following the solemn ceremony yesterday, Her Majesty departed Windsor Castle, where she had spent the night after bidding farewell to the Duke of Edinburgh.
Sporting a floral scarf over her hair, the Queen was accompanied by her cherished dogs as she navigated the gates of the castle and ventured into the vast Windsor estate.
Throughout the Covid pandemic, the Queen had primarily resided at Windsor with Prince Philip, receiving assistance from a dedicated team known as HMS Bubble.
In the aftermath of her husband's passing at the age of 99, royal sources revealed that Lady-in-waiting Lady Susan Hussey would play a crucial role in supporting the Queen during this period of mourning.
Despite being married to the Duke for over 70 years, the Queen was compelled to sit alone at his funeral due to stringent Covid regulations prohibiting household mixing.
Draped in somber attire and donning a face mask, the Queen was chauffeured back to Windsor Castle in a stately Bentley after the emotional service.
As Her Majesty departed the castle today, Princess Eugenie and her husband Jack Brookbank were also observed returning home following the Duke's funeral.
The couple, who recently welcomed their first child, have been residing at Frogmore Cottage nearby, where Prince Harry has been staying since his UK visit.
Prince Harry, who flew to Britain for Prince Philip's funeral while his pregnant wife Meghan remained in LA, reportedly returned to Frogmore Cottage post-funeral.
Speculations suggest that he is set for a walk with his father, Prince Charles, later in the day.
Despite the cancellation of plans for a wake, sources indicate that Prince Charles, visibly moved during the service, intends to spend quality time with his son, possibly taking a stroll together.
Travelers arriving from the US are required to undergo a 10-day quarantine upon arrival, but can opt for early release after five days with a negative test under the government's test-to-release program.
Prince Harry's attendance at the funeral at St George's Chapel in Windsor aligned with government exceptions for such significant events.