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Queen sits alone at funeral for Prince Philip to set example

Following strict social distancing rules during the pandemic, the queen set an example even in grief, sitting apart from family members arrayed around the church.

Just 30 mourners could attend the service at St. George’s on the grounds of Windsor Castle, where the queen has stayed to avoid getting COVID-19. Other royals who are in family bubbles are sat together.