Too much? UK TV viewers complain about Prince Philip coverage Daytime programmes were interrupted for a special news bulletin, but the wall-to-wall coverage has left some viewers complaining, particularly on the publicly-funded BBC. FILE: While many saw the coverage as appropriate Prince Philip, a man of 99 who has been such a central part of British life for most people, the BBC said it had set up an online form for unhappy viewers. Picture: AFP 2 hours ago LONDON – The announcement of Prince Philip's death on Friday set in motion a long-rehearsed change to programming across British television, and prepared tributes to mark his long life.