Peter Phillips: Queen’s grandson splits from wife Autumn after 12 years of marriage
The IndependentStay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “After informing the HM The Queen and members of both families last year, Peter and Autumn have jointly agreed to separate,” the statement read. “They had reached the conclusion that this was the best course of action for their two children and ongoing friendship.” The statement outlined that the couple’s choice to divorce and share custody of their children was made “after many months of discussions”, adding that while their decision was “sad”, it was also “amicable”. “Both families were naturally sad at the announcement, but fully supportive of Peter and Autumn in the joint decision to co-parent their children,” the statement read. “Both Peter and Autumn have remained in Gloucestershire to bring up their two children where they have settled for a number of years.” The statement concluded by saying the couple have “requested privacy and compassion” for their daughters as their family “continues to adapt to these changes”.