SYDNEY: Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott (pix) marked his country’s national day Monday by honouring Britain’s Prince Philip with a knighthood, sparking criticism from the opposition of being in a “time warp”.
Abbott said Queen Elizabeth II had accepted his recommendation that her husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, be awarded the nation’s highest honour as a Knight of the Order of Australia.
“This honour recognises the contribution of the Duke of Edinburgh to Australia throughout the Queen’s sixty-two year reign,” the conservative leader and keen monarchist said in a statement.
“Prince Philip’s long life of service and dedication should be honoured by Australia,” …read more
Source: theSun
