Tributes paid in Birmingham to Queen Elizabeth II
Books of condolence have opened in Birmingham this morning.
Last updated 9th Sep 2022
Flags are flying at half mast in Birmingham today as the city mourns the loss of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
The Hall of Memory in Centenary Square is open, with a book of condolence available to sign up until 5pm on the day following her funeral.
Floral tributes are being laid in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral, with dozens of people visiting this morning to pay their respects.
Inside the cathedral, another book of condolence is open with lots of people leaving messages this morning.
Among the comments: "A woman of dignity and deep faith, and duty. RIP Ma'am" and "You have done us proud, RIP Ma'am".
Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Cllr Maureen Cornish, said: “The Queen’s reign was an extraordinary one that will never be forgotten. I know the people of Birmingham will want to pay their respects and our opening of the books of condolence will give them an appropriate way in which to do this.
“On behalf of the citizens of Birmingham, I have written a letter of condolence to The King, offering our deepest sympathies and to convey the sadness that is being felt.
“Our thoughts are with His Majesty and the Royal family at this time.”
As well as the lowering of flags, the Library of Birmingham will be lit in the colour purple for every night of the period of mourning.
The Lord Mayor of Birmingham will be joined by council representatives in honouring Queen Elizabeth II by laying a wreath at Birmingham Cathedral at lunchtime.