Queen grants UK forces special title as tribute to husband Prince Philip
Queen honours Duke of Edinburgh with special title
March 31, 2022
The Queen has honoured late husband Prince Philip by allowing the Navy, Army and Air Force Institutes to use the title ‘Royal.’
Minister for the Cabinet Office, Rt Hon Michael Ellis QC MP spoke highly of the honour while pledging support for the upcoming years.
“The NAAFI has played a vital part in supporting our armed forces for more than 100 years, throughout a number of overseas conflicts.
“Receiving the Royal title is a truly significant honour and it clearly demonstrates how seriously this country takes NAAFI’s continued support for those who have served and continue to serve this country.”
The decision was long due, in the light of government advice.
"The late Duke of Edinburgh had been aware of the desire to rename the organisation, which finally got the go ahead after his death," reports Mirror.
"The title ‘Royal’ is very sparingly granted and those who receive the honour must be able to show a genuine royal connection as well as evidence of a close personal interest between members of the Royal Family and the organisation in order to qualify for the prestigious title," adds the outlet.
NAAFI was established in 1920 to help armed forces get canteens. Since its beginning, the institution provided leisure, catering and recreational to armed forces in the world.
