Death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II
Published: 8 September 2022
Buckingham Palace has announced the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at Balmoral Castle on Thursday 8 September 2022.
Speaking on behalf of Redbridge Council and the borough, The Leader of Redbridge Council, Cllr Athwal, has expressed deep sadness on the passing of Her Majesty The Queen.
Cllr Jas Athwal said: "So many of us have lived our whole lives under the quiet comfort of Her Majesty's reign; this immense loss is deeply personal. The Queen touched so many of our lives, inspiring a nation with her dignity, dedication and affection for our country and its people.
"As a borough, nation, and Commonwealth, we are joined together in grief. It is hard to find words to reflect what Her Majesty means to so many of us, the impact her life has had on ours and the depth of loss that we all now bear.
"As a diverse borough with links across the country and the Commonwealth, Redbridge knows first-hand of her impact across the globe and the affection with which she is held.
"Our thoughts are with Her Majesty's children, grandchildren and the wider Royal Family. Now we come together as a grateful nation with our neighbours and loved ones to mourn and reflect on the unparalleled life led by our Queen. May she rest in peace."
The Mayor of Redbridge, Cllr Thavathuray Jeyaranjan, said: “On behalf of the residents of Redbridge, I extend my deepest sympathies to the entire Royal family at the loss of HM The Queen.
“Her reign was truly remarkable. She demonstrated extraordinary dedication and commitment to her duty and her country, the Commonwealth and beyond.
“This is a time of shared public grief, during which people from all communities and backgrounds, are joining together to mourn Her Majesty.
“Books of condolence will open tomorrow (Friday 9 September) at six buildings across the borough, namely Hainault Library, Central Library, Goodmayes Library, Wanstead Library, Woodford Green Library, and Valentines Mansion, for the people of the London Borough of Redbridge to express their grief and gratitude to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
“As a mark of respect, all flags across the borough will fly at half-mast for the period of mourning.
“Her Majesty’s loss will be felt across every corner of the globe. Today and the coming days will be a period of sadness and reflection on her legacy.”
The Queen, aged 96, was the longest-serving monarch in British history, beginning her reign in 1952 at age 25.
As a mark of respect, the Union Jack flag will be flown half-mast at Redbridge Town Hall.
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