Live coverage has now endedpublished at 18:00 British Summer Time 9 April 2021
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That is the end of our coverage in the East Midlands following the death of the Duke of Edinburgh at the age of 99.
You can read more updates on the BBC website.
Live coverage has now endedpublished at 18:00 British Summer Time 9 April 2021
Prince Philip: Duke's 'dry sense of humour' rememberedpublished at 17:49 British Summer Time 9 April 2021
Sandish Shoker
BBC NewsMatthew O'Callaghan, chairman of the Melton Mowbray Pork Pie Association, has shared his own memory of once meeting Prince Philip.
He tweeted, external: "So sorry to hear the sad news of the passing of Prince Philip.
"Was presented to him at a reception at Windsor Castle whereupon he made a joke at my expense - nice dry sense of humour. Rest in Peace."
Image source, The Royal FamilyPublic asked to display flowers outside homespublished at 17:25 British Summer Time 9 April 2021
BBC NewsPeople who want to pay tribute to the late Prince Philip should put flowers outside of their homes to minimise the risk of spreading Covid-19, a council has urged.
Oadby and Wigston Borough Council said putting displays in gardens or windows would allow businesses and residents to stay safe while offering their condolences.
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End of twitter postPrince Philip: Cricketers fall silent in tribute at matchespublished at 17:13 British Summer Time 9 April 2021
BBC NewsLeicestershire and Nottinghamshire's cricket sides paid their respects after the death of Prince Philip was announced by holding a two-minute silence at their grounds.
At Trent Bridge, Nottinghamshire are making heavy weather of chasing down Durham's first innings total of 330, while in Leicestershire the home side are up against it with Hampshire having hit a huge score of 612-5 dec in their first innings.
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End of twitter post 2Prince Philip prayer service to be streamed by cathedralpublished at 16:47 British Summer Time 9 April 2021
Gavin Bevis
BBC NewsDerby Cathedral will be streaming a service of evening prayer for the Duke of Edinburgh on its YouTube channel from 17:15, external.
The cathedral, which was visited by the Queen and Prince Philip in 2010, has also set up an online book of condolence, external.
Image source, Getty ImagesNicola Sullivan, Dean of Southwell, said special opening times were being planned at Southwell Minster for the next few days.
And Chesterfield's Saint Mary and All Saints Church - home of the famous crooked spire - is planning a tenor bell tribute at 12:00 on Saturday.
Duke of Edinburgh Awards 'helped young people to grow'published at 16:39 British Summer Time 9 April 2021
Gavin Bevis
BBC NewsNews of the Duke of Edinburgh's death has prompted many to reflect on the award scheme for young people that bears his name.
Launched in 1956, prompted by Prince Philip's concern for the welfare of young people, an estimated six million people have taken part in outdoor activities designed to promote teamwork, resourcefulness and a respect for nature.
BBC Radio Nottingham presenter Frances Finn shared a photo of her Duke of Edinburgh's Award handbook on social media, and said: "Hands up who has one of these?
"So many memories of weekends yomping over Dartmoor in the pouring rain, sleeping in a wet sleeping bag."
East Midlands-based gaming journalist Matt Jarvis said: "Millions of young people have and will continue to grow because of the scheme."
And Rebecca Langton, Nottingham City Council's portfolio holder for communities, highways and strategic transport, said: "Thinking about how many people, myself included, had opportunities to do things because of the Duke of Edinburgh award.
"D of E became terminology we all recognise because Prince Philip used his position to encourage young people to try something new and give something back."
'His legacy for young people will live on'published at 16:12 British Summer Time 9 April 2021
Gavin Bevis
BBC NewsPolice forces in the region have added their tributes to the Duke of Edinburgh after his death was announced shortly after 12:00.
Derbyshire Police Chief Constable Rachel Swann said: "Together with each police force in England and Wales, Derbyshire Constabulary offer our condolences to the Royal Family and join the nation in mourning this sad news."
Image source, PA MediaLeicestershire's Chief Constable Simon Cole said: "We have had the privilege of supporting visits that he has made to the force area on a number of occasions.
"The legacy for young people created by the Duke of Edinburgh's Award will live on in his memory."
And Nottinghamshire Police said: "As a force we are deeply saddened by the death of His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh. Our thoughts are with Her Majesty the Queen and her family."
Prince Philip: Flags lowered and book of condolence openedpublished at 15:55 British Summer Time 9 April 2021
Gavin Bevis
BBC NewsFlags are being lowered to half-mast at council buildings and official headquarters across the region in memory of the Duke of Edinburgh.
These include Rushcliffe Arena (pictured), where Rushcliffe Borough Council is based, Derby City Council's Council House, Leicestershire's County Hall, Loughborough Town Hall and Oadby and Wigston Borough Council's offices.
Image source, Rushcliffe Borough CouncilFlags have also been lowered at Leicestershire Police's headquarters and at Erewash Borough Council buildings in Long Eaton and Ilkeston.
The authority has also opened a book of condolence, though it has asked people to contact staff in advance, external if they would like to sign it.
University remembers Philip visits half a century apartpublished at 15:46 British Summer Time 9 April 2021
Gavin Bevis
BBC NewsThe University of Leicester has been looking back at the Duke of Edinburgh's two visits - 50 years apart.
Prince Philip joined the Queen to officially open the university's Percy Gee Students' Union building in 1958.
The pair were said to have received an "enthusiastic welcome" before being taken on a short tour and chatting to students.
Image source, University of LeicesterThey returned in December 2008 to officially open the David Wilson Library and were shown photos and cuttings of their previous visit.
The university said it was "joining the nation in mourning" following the Duke of Edinburgh's death.
Image source, University of LeicesterPhilip was 'fascinated' by Leicester theatre's architecturepublished at 15:36 British Summer Time 9 April 2021
Gavin Bevis
BBC NewsLeicester's Curve Theatre has shared an image of the Queen and Prince Philip attending the venue's official opening on 4 December 2008.
The royal couple were introduced to actors and backstage staff at the £61m complex and saw a performance of a specially-commissioned show, Simply Cinderella.
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End of twitter postAfterwards, theatre bosses revealed the Duke of Edinburgh had been "just fascinated" by the theatre's unusual curved design.
It was just one of many official visits to the East Midlands for Prince Philip, dating back to the 1940s.
Nottingham marks death of Prince Philippublished at 15:23 British Summer Time 9 April 2021
Alex Smith
BBC News OnlineA council has said it is marking the death of the Duke of Edinburgh by lowering the Council House flag and opening a book of condolence.
Nottingham City Council said the Union flag is flying at half-mast, while people can visit the council's website, external to add their messages to the authority's online book of condolence.
Council leader, councillor David Mellen, said: "It's incredibly sad news that Prince Philip has died, he has given long and faithful service to this country and years of devotion to the Queen. Among his many achievements, the Duke of Edinburgh's Award scheme stands as a lasting legacy which has helped many thousands of young people to gain confidence in themselves and find their way in life.
"I'm sure the thoughts of Nottingham people, like mine, are with the Her Majesty the Queen and the Royal Family at this time."
Image source, Nottingham City CouncilPrince Philip: Derby city centre church plans bell tributepublished at 15:14 British Summer Time 9 April 2021
Gavin Bevis
BBC NewsA bell tribute to Prince Philip will ring out in Derby city centre shortly after 17:00 BST, church bosses have said.
A single tenor bell at St Peter's Church will ring out in three groups of three, to indicate the death of a male, before striking a further 99 times in honour of the Duke of Edinburgh's age when he died.
Image source, GoogleThe church said under normal circumstances, eight bells would be rung half-muffled but this was not currently possible due to coronavirus restrictions.
Football clubs 'saddened' by Philip's deathpublished at 15:09 British Summer Time 9 April 2021
Alex Smith
BBC News OnlineThe region's major football clubs have said they are "saddened" by the death of the Duke of Edinburgh.
Leicester City, external, Nottingham Forest, external and Derby County, external all shared messages of condolences on social media, with the Rams recalling when the prince visited Derby with the Queen for the official opening of Pride Park Stadium in 1997.
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End of twitter postPrince Philip's East Midlands links 'went back decades'published at 15:04 British Summer Time 9 April 2021
Chris Waring
BBC NewsThe Duke of Edinburgh has visited the region frequently since the 1940s.
Over the decades, Prince Philip attended a number of East Midlands landmarks including Leicester's National Space Centre.
More recently, in 2014, crowds turned out to greet the Queen and the prince when they travelled on a regular passenger train between Derby and Matlock.
'Thank you for your many years of service'published at 14:58 British Summer Time 9 April 2021
Gavin Bevis
BBC NewsLocal MPs from across the political spectrum have been quick to pay tribute to Prince Philip.
Alicia Kearns, Conservative MP for Rutland and Melton, said: "From a naval cadet at Dartmouth, to his retirement as a working member of the Royal family in 2017, he lived a life that defined the very concept of service.
"From his years in the Royal Navy to the creation of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, he leaves a legacy that goes far beyond the steadfast companionship he provided to Her Majesty the Queen for over 60 years."
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End of twitter postToby Perkins, the Labour member for Chesterfield, said: "Thank you for your many years of service to our nation."
Mark Spencer, Conservative MP for Sherwood and chief whip of the House of Commons, said: "A very long life dedicated to public service, and great support to HM the Queen."
Nadia Whittome, Labour MP for Nottingham East, said: "My thoughts and deepest sympathies are with Her Majesty the Queen and Prince Philip's family at this sad and difficult time."
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End of twitter post 2The East Midlands reacts to Prince Philip's deathpublished at 14:51 British Summer Time 9 April 2021
Gavin Bevis
BBC NewsOur coverage will now focus on reaction from across our region to the death of Prince Philip at the age of 99.
Politicians, organisations, entertainment personalities and members of the public have all been reflecting on his life and expressing their condolences to the Queen.
Image source, PA MediaPedestrian killed in M1 lorry crashpublished at 11:41 British Summer Time 9 April 2021
Gavin Bevis
BBC NewsA man has died after being hit by a lorry on the M1.
Leicestershire Police said the crash happened on the northbound side near junction 19 at about 06:30.
The pedestrian, who was in his 60s, died at the scene. Nobody else was injured.
Image source, Highways EnglandThe force said the man's family had been informed and further inquiries were taking place at the scene.
The M1 northbound is expected to remain closed for some time between junctions 19 and 20 while investigations are carried out.
Witnesses have been asked to contact police.
Man bailed after 'unexplained' infant deathpublished at 11:07 British Summer Time 9 April 2021
The 33-year-old was arrested after police were called to a property by the ambulance service.
Read MoreMan arrested over 'sexual' comments made to hospital staffpublished at 08:32 British Summer Time 9 April 2021
Amy Woodfield
BBC NewsA man has been arrested following reports multiple sexual and offensive comments were made to hospital staff in Nottingham.
Nottinghamshire Police said officers were called to the Queen’s Medical Centre on Wednesday night and detained the 39-year-old on suspicion of causing alarm and distress.
Image source, Getty ImagesCh Insp Paul Hennessy said: “We take this matter seriously and will be thoroughly investigating this incident in order to take appropriate action against whoever is responsible.
“I can confirm we are not looking to speak to anyone else as part of our investigation.”
Today's weather for the East Midlandspublished at 08:09 British Summer Time 9 April 2021
Friday sees another slightly milder start, with most of us waking up to temperatures of about 5C.
It won't get much warmer, with highs of 10C - and some scattered rain showers are expected across the region in the morning.
But temperatures are set to dip to freezing and below again overnight.
Image source, Helen Earth
