'They are very easy with people' Royal expert says Prince Edward and Sophie are a 'good platform' for the royals

A royal broadcaster says the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh are a "strong likeable couple" as they appear to have stepped up amid the Royal Family's health concerns.

Helena Chard believes Edward and Sophie Wessex are doing an amicable job in representing the Royal Family during an uncertain period.

She told GB News: "I think the Royal Family are doing a tremendous job. I'm surprised that the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh are given a little bit more air time now.

"I know it's down to the Duke's 60th birthday recently, but I think giving them more air time is good because they're a really strong, likeable couple.

"They are very easy with people. And I think that's a good platform."

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