The Duke of Edinburgh praised a mental health charity for its work with veterans during a visit to Shropshire today.
Prince Edward attended two engagements in Telford this afternoon – first a visit to the Army Reserve Centre, before joining a tea party at Dawley Town Hall.
The relaxed and light-hearted Duke shared his sense of humour during his visit, joking on arrival into a packed but silent town hall that he had"killed the party". Addressing the guests the Duke said:"First of all it was really good to meet you all and thank you for your collective service you have done for this country, it is very, very much appreciated. And thank you to Mind and everyone else who organises these get-togethers for you.
During his visit he met representatives from Telford Mind, a mental health charity that supports veterans, and the people who use its services.He also took time to sit and chat with other groups such as Models for Heroes, and the All Sports Coaches Coaching Academy. Mind trustee, Trevor Hirst, who served with the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers , said the Duke had been"funny","very friendly", and"easy to chat to".
Gary Morris, who runs the Telford group, was joined by two RAF servicemen who run the RAF Cosford group, Chris King and George Hickish, and other members.
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