Queen Elizabeth makes first public comments about Prince Philip since his death

Queen Elizabeth II opened the sixth session of the Scottish Parliament on Saturday and reflected on memories of her late husband, Prince Philip, for the first time publicly since his death.

"I have spoken before of my deep and abiding affection for this wonderful country and of the many happy memories Prince Philip and I always held of our time here," the queen told lawmakers.

The couple spent many summers at the royal residence in Scotland, Balmoral Castle, often joined by members of the royal family. The queen arrived in Edinburgh from the castle.