INSIDE A 'SAD' SPLIT FOR THE ROYALS, THE KING'S NEPHEW PETER PHILLIPS MAKES 'DIFFICULT DECISION' AS HIS WORK TAKES HIM ACROSS THE GLOBE

Peter Phillips has split from his partner Lindsay Steven after four years together, a source has confirmed to HELLO!.

- EMILY NASH

The King's nephew, 46, and his long-term girlfriend are understood to have ended their relationship a couple of months ago.

A friend of the couple tells us: "Peter and Lindsay made the difficult decision to separate as they were spending less time together, given work and family commitments.

"Peter's work in Formula 1 meant he has been away non-stop. He has been travelling all over the world and Lindsay is based in Scotland, so it's been hard for them to see each other.

"It obviously came as a shock, as most people thought they were absolutely rock-solid - it's very sad."

Peter's official spokesman declined to comment, saying it was a "private matter".

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