The The Duchess of Edinburgh has been announced as the new patron of Plan International UK, following in the footsteps of her late father-in-law Prince Philip, who was patron of the charity for eight years.

The charity's CEO, Rose Caldwell, commented 'Too many girls around the world are unable go to school, feel unsafe, are not in control of their own bodies and are held back by outdated, unfair stereotypes. By becoming our Royal Patron, The Duchess of Edinburgh is demonstrating the power of standing with girls around the world, so they can create change in their own lives and beyond'.