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JDRF has now rebranded to Breakthrough T1D.
Our name has changed, our mission has not.

A message of condolence to JDRF President Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cornwall

JDRF is greatly saddened to hear of the death of Her Majesty the Queen.
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Kate Gerrard 8 September 2022

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A message of condolence

Karen Addington, JDRF UK Chief Executive says: “On behalf of everyone here at JDRF I would like to offer my deepest condolences to Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cornwall and all of the Royal Family at this sad time.

“Her Majesty the Queen dedicated her entire life to public duty, continually putting others before herself. We’re grateful for the extraordinary legacy of charitable work she leaves behind.”

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