Wakefield residents pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II following her death at Balmoral yesterday
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Wakefield residents paid tribute to the life of HM Queen Elizabeth as news of her sad passing at the age of 96 was announced.
The Union Flag is being flown at half-mast on town buildings to show respect for the longest-reigning monarch in British history.
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Follow this live blog as we highlight the tributes to HM Queen Elizabeth and her family from the people of Wakefield.
Wakefield residents pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II following her death at Balmoral yesterday
Wakefield BID (Business Improvement District)
Christine Armstrong, Chief Executive of Wakefield BID, said: “ We are deeply saddened at the passing of her Majesty the Queen. Her Majesty has been the one constant in many of our lives.
“We would also like to pay tribute to her quiet determination and selfless duty during her long and glorious reign. “Our thoughts are with the Royal Family and the nation at the sad time, and we offer our heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family.”
Flag will fly at half-mast at police stations across West Yorkshire
West Yorkshire Police said: “It is with great sadness that we share the news of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
“The thoughts and condolences of the Chief Constable, Chief Officers, officers and staff of West Yorkshire Police are with the Royal Family at this sad time.
“The Union Flag will fly at half-mast at police stations across West Yorkshire as a sign of respect and mourning.”
Wakefield Conservative Group
Wakefield Council’s Conservative Group said: “The Queen has been our Monarch for 70 years, and the people of the Wakefield District and across Britain and the Commonwealth, all played their collective part in celebrating her Platinum Jubilee earlier this year, which was a tremendous success.”
Coun Tony Homewood, Leader of Wakefield Conservative Group said: ”The people of the Wakefield District mourn the loss of our late sovereign. Our thoughts and sympathies go out to her family at this very sad time. She has represented the very best of Britain and will continue to be both loved and remembered for a very long time. She will remain in our hearts. Long Live the King”
Inner Wheel Club of Pontefract
The club said: “As we mourn the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, members of the Inner Wheel Club of Pontefract were pleased this summer to commemorate her Platinum Jubilee by sponsoring a Flower bed in the Valley Gardens Pontefract.
“Her majesty’s lifelong commitment to duty was an example to us all, we send our heartfelt condolences to her family.”
Condolences from Wakefield Trinity
Wakefield trinity has send its condolences to HM The Queen and the Royal Family.
Its statement read: “All at Wakefield Trinity are deeply saddened by the passing of HM Queen Elizabeth II.
“Our thoughts and sincerest condolences are with the Royal Family.Rest In Peace, Your Majesty.”
Condolences from the Hepworth
The Hepworth released a statement offering their condolances.
A spokesperson wrote on Facebook: “The Hepworth Wakefield is saddened to hear of the death of Her Majesty The Queen, Elizabeth II.
“Our thoughts and condolences are with the Royal Family at this time.”
West Yorkshire Police releases statement
A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police said: “It is with great sadness that we share the news of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
“The thoughts and condolences of the Chief Constable, Chief Officers, officers and staff of West Yorkshire Police are with the Royal Family at this sad time.
“The Union Flag will fly at half-mast at police stations across West Yorkshire as a sign of respect and mourning.”
Wakefield Girls’ High School offers condolences
Wakefield Girls’ High School has offered their condolances to Her Majesty.
A represenative for the school said: “Wakefield Girls’ community offers its deepest condolences to the Royal family on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.
“Her lifetime of service and love has been remarkable and we mark her passing with profound sadness and heartfelt thanks. Rest in peace.”
Ossett Girlguiding share condolences
Girlguiding, 3rd Ossett Rainbows, 23rd Wakefield Brownies and Guides, have shared their condolences.
A representative for the the 3rs Ossett Rainbows, said: “It is with profound sadness that we have learned of the death of our Patron, Her Majesty The Queen.
“Our deepest sympathies are with the Royal Family at this very sad time.
“As part of our meetings we will be paying our respects to Her Majesty.”