For nearly 50 years the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award has been a major influence and factor in my life. Having completed the Bronze, Silver and Gold levels, the Award steered my career, giving me countless memories and, I’ve no doubt, many more to come, as I continue to support young people as a volunteer DofE Leader within The Boys’ Brigade and through my business as an AAP for the Expedition section. I was honoured to meet HRH Prince Philip many times, particularly when working for the DofE as the Expedition Field Officer, and he will always have a fond place in my heart, especially for the millions of young people he has positively influenced through the founding of the DofE. God Bless Your Royal Highness and RIP.