Former Pope Benedict XVI has died today aged 95, the Vatican has confirmed, with the Archbishop of Glasgow leading tributes.
A statement from Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni said: "With pain I inform that Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI died today at 9:34 in the Mater Ecclesia Monastery in the Vatican. Further information will be released as soon as possible."
The Archbishop of Glasgow, William Nolan, took to social media to pay his respects, saying: " The death of Pope Benedict will bring sorrow to Catholics around the world, but here in Scotland the memories of him are particularly fond.
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“He celebrated the first Mass of his 2010 visit to Britain in Glasgow and many people have happy memories of that day.
“He will be remembered as a great theologian and teacher whose wisdom and humility were evident to all. May he rest in peace after a long life of devotion and service.”
On Wednesday, Pope Francis revealed that his 95-year-old predecessor was “very ill” and he went to visit him in his home in the Vatican Gardens.
Just yesterday the Vatican said he was in a stable condition. “Last night the Pope Emeritus was able to rest well,” Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni said in a statement at the time. “He also participated in the celebration of Holy Mass in his room yesterday afternoon. At present his condition is stationary.”
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